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S1 I)SEI'H KINDLE YO)UR CHRISIMAS'SPIRIT 13ERRIFN SPRINGS SATURDAY 7 SIREN IFSi I PM PEARL HARBOR D)AY RLINDOG PARADE, ST. JOIEPH ICRFAKFAST WSVITH RID )ELPH &F RIENDS, NICIS 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 5 SANIAAI SAREI1 1 NA, URI CENTER 16 17 18 19 20 I IOCP 2 WINTER BEGINS BENICIN HARIOR 2 ART" DI!,TRI( 1 22 23 24(iITA V 25 C 1RISIMAS [CAY 26 KWANZAA BEGINS 27 28 29 30 SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT 3 1 NEW YEAR'S EVE SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT Do yo1Iu nedextra copie fte ruI~IuEmergenyInfor'mu~l~ation Calnda fo* orwr rhmEalcoif(ýapcm z 15 JANUARY SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON TUE WED THU FRI SAT SUN MON 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU HEAR SIRENS In Berrien County we use early-warning sirens to alert you of a serious emergency.
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They will sound if there is a nuclear accident, chemical spill, weather emergency or other possible dangerous condition in our county.1 If the emergency siren sounds for three to five minutes, tune to the television and radio stations listed in this section. All of the stations listed are part of the local Emergency Alert System (EAS). These stations will broadcast emergency information.
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Some of the stations may experience a delay in getting emergency information out due to computerized programming or limited broadcast scheduling.
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Check all of the listed stations until you find one broadcasting emergency information.
 
I10 If you hear a siren for less than a minute or a siren repeated in less-than-a-minute intervals, it is probably calling a volunteer fire department.
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU HEAR SIRENS The sirens are tested on the first In Berrien County we use early-warning sirens to alert you of a serious emergency. They will sound if there is a nuclear accident, chemical spill, Saturday of the month at I p.m.
However, tune to an area radio or television station listed below to be sure.1 If you notice that a siren is damaged or not working, call 269-983-7141 immediately.
weather emergency or other possible dangerous condition in our county.                                                       All monthly tests, except for April, 1 If the emergency siren sounds for three to five minutes, tune to the                                                     consist of a short siren sound lasting less television and radio stations listed in this section. All of the stations listed                                         than a minute. On the first Saturday of are part of the local Emergency Alert System (EAS). These stations will                                                 April, we test all emergency sirens for broadcast emergency information. Some of the stations may experience                                                     three minutes at 1 p.m. as part of our a delay in getting emergency information out due to computerized                                                         comprehensive safety plan. At other programming or limited broadcast scheduling. Check all of the listed                                                     times, you may hear sound-level tests stations until you find one broadcasting emergency information.                                                         also lasting less than a minute.
The Berrien County Emergency Management Office maintains the sirens. For your protection, report non-working sirens right away.m VACATIONERS AND VISITORS If you hear sirens while vacationing or visiting in the area, seek shelter indoors or in your vehicle. Tune to one of the television or radio stations (listed at right). Follow all directions given by park officials, sheriff and police officers.
I10If you hear a siren for less than a minute or a siren repeated in less-than-a-minute intervals, it is probably calling a volunteer fire department.
During a weather emergency do not stay in your vehicle. It is not safe!m BOATERS AND CAMPERS If you hear emergency sirens while boating, do not wait for further warning.Tune to the marine channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or to an area radio station listed below for emergency information.
However, tune to an area radio or television station listed below to be
Marine patrol boats will also warn boaters on Lake Michigan if there is a serious emergency.
* TUNE TO ONE OF THESE RADIO OR TV STATIONS FOR sure.                                                                               EMERGENCY INFORMATION.
You will be told the location of safe waterways and docking areas.If you hear sirens while camping, hiking, swimming or visiting in area parks, follow all emergency instructions from park officials.
1 If you notice that a siren is damaged or not working, call 269-983-7141 immediately. The Berrien County Emergency Management Office maintains the sirens. For your protection, report non-working sirens right away.                                                                                                                                     FM WAUS - 90.7            WEFM - 95.9          WCSY - 103.7 m VACATIONERS AND VISITORS WSJM - 94.9            wY-z - 97.5          WIRX - 107.1 If you hear sirens while vacationing or visiting in the area, seek shelter indoors or in your vehicle. Tune to one of the television or radio stations                                             WAOR - 95.7            WCXT - 98.3 (listed at right). Follow all directions given by park officials, sheriff and police officers. During a weather emergency do not stay in your vehicle. It is All call letters are accurate at the time of printing. All stations are on the air 24 hours.
At Warren Dunes and Grand Mere state parks, officials will use the public address system or mobile alert units to let you know what you should do. At other local parks, immediately tune to an area radio station listed at right and follow instructions.
not safe!
The sirens are tested on the first Saturday of the month at I p.m.All monthly tests, except for April, consist of a short siren sound lasting less than a minute. On the first Saturday of April, we test all emergency sirens for three minutes at 1 p.m. as part of our comprehensive safety plan. At other times, you may hear sound-level tests also lasting less than a minute.* TUNE TO ONE OF THESE RADIO OR TV STATIONS FOR EMERGENCY INFORMATION.
m BOATERS AND CAMPERS If you hear emergency sirens while boating, do not wait for further warning.
FM WAUS -90.7 WEFM -95.9 WCSY -103.7 WSJM -94.9 wY-z -97.5 WIRX -107.1 WAOR -95.7 WCXT -98.3 All call letters are accurate at the time of printing.
I        WNDU -TV 16 Teeiso WSBT - TV 22          WSJV - TV 28          WBND - TV 57 Tune to the marine channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or to an area radio station listed         All call letters are accurate at the time of printing.
All stations are on the air 24 hours.I Teeiso All WNDU -TV 16 WSBT -TV 22 WSJV -TV 28 WBND -TV 57 call letters are accurate at the time of printing.Follow all broadcast instructions promptly.The radio or television news person will tell you what actions you should take, if any.
below for emergency information. Marine patrol boats will also warn boaters on Lake Michigan if there is a serious emergency. You will be told the location of safe waterways and docking areas.
WHATYOU SHOULD DO IF YOU ARE TOLD FUNCTIONAL NEEDS CARD TO SEEK SHELTER OR STAY INDOORS Cut alona the dashed line. ....For most emergencies it is safer to stay indoors. The wind will blow any toxic or poisonous fumes and gases away in a short time. During a severe weather emergency, buildings offer the best protection, especially basements.
If you hear sirens while camping, hiking, swimming or visiting in area parks, follow all emergency instructions from park officials. At Warren Dunes and Grand Mere state parks, officials will use the public address system               Follow all broadcast instructions promptly.
While indoors, do the following:
or mobile alert units to let you know what you should do. At other local               The radio or television news person will tell you what actions you should parks, immediately tune to an area radio station listed at right and follow           take, if any.
10 Keep calm. Panic is your worst enemy in any emergency.
instructions.
11 Close all windows and doors, and bring pets inside.11 Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioners.
 
Turn down furnace thermostat.
WHATYOU SHOULD DO IF YOU ARE TOLD                                                FUNCTIONAL NEEDS CARD TO SEEK SHELTER OR STAY INDOORS                                                r Cut
Close fireplace dampers.0- If your building has a basement, take a radio and go there.0- Do not go outside to see what is happening until you are told it is safe to go out or are told to evacuate.
                                                                                      ---alona the dashed
If you must go outdoors briefly to warn someone during a nuclear emergency, cover your nose and mouth with a piece of cloth such as a towel or scarf.Ip Do not use the telephone or internet unless it is absolutely necessary.
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We must keep telephone lines open for emergency use.10 Stay out of your car or vehicle in a weather emergency.
                                                                                                    - - ------                                        I-For most emergencies it is safer to stay indoors. The wind will blow any toxic or poisonous fumes and gases away in a short time. During a severe weather                                                                                          NO POSTAGE NECESSARY emergency, buildings offer the best protection, especially basements. While                                                                                          IF MAILED indoors, do the following:                                                                                                                                              IN THE UNITED STATES 10 Keep calm. Panic is your worst enemy in any emergency.
Seek shelter in the basement of a nearby building or in a ditch until the weather emergency passes.IMPORTANT:
11 Close all windows and doors, and bring pets inside.
Do not pick up children from schools or daycare centers. School staff and child caregivers will keep children in school until it is safe to go out again.r--- ------ -------- -------- -------- --I-I NO POSTAGE NECESSARY IF MAILED IN THE UNITED STATES I BUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 10 BRIDGMAN, MI I POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE DIVISION OF BERRIEN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE BERRIEN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT 2100 E EMPIRE AVE BENTON HARBOR Ml 49022-9995 1111.11111.11.111.1111.1111111u1111I 1 1 1 Ih1 1 II,3 iii II z rn z 16 People with functional needs in an emergency include those with vision or hearing impairments, physical or mental disabilities, or no means of transportation.
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To get help in an emergency, please fill out the Functional Needs card on the next page and mail it today. IMPORTANT:
11 Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioners. Turn down furnace thermostat. Close fireplace dampers.                                   IBUSINESS                            REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL        PERMIT NO. 10                  BRIDGMAN, MI 0- If your building has a basement, take a radio and go there.                                   POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE 0- Do not go outside to see what is happening until you are told it is safe to go out or are told to evacuate. If you must go outdoors briefly to warn someone during a nuclear emergency, cover your nose and mouth with a                 DIVISION OF BERRIEN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE piece of cloth such as a towel or scarf.                                             BERRIEN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Ip Do not use the telephone or internet unless it is absolutely necessary. We           2100 E EMPIRE AVE must keep telephone lines open for emergency use.                                   BENTON HARBOR Ml 49022-9995 10 Stay out of your car or vehicle in a weather emergency. Seek shelter in the basement of a nearby building or in a ditch until the weather emergency passes.
Please fill out a new Functional Needs card each year. The Berrien County Health Department will keep your functional needs information on file for one year.Please fill out a new card and mail it in as soon as you get your new calendar.If you know people with functional needs, please volunteer to help them in an emergency.
1111.11111.11.111.1111.1111111u1111I 1 1  1 1 Ih1 II,3 iii II IMPORTANT: Do not pick up children from schools or daycare centers. School staff and child caregivers will keep children in school until it is safe to go out again.
If they do not live nearby or you are not able to help them, please make sure they fill out and mail the Functional Needs card.If you have functional needs, fill out the other side of this card.
Ifyou have functional needs, People with functional needs in an emergency include those with vision                                      fill out the other side or hearing impairments, physical or mental disabilities, or no means of                                                  of this card.
0 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU ARE TOLD TO EVACUATE I Listen to the radio or television (see page 16) for instructions.
z transportation. To get help in an emergency, please fill out the Functional Needs card on the next page and mail it today. IMPORTANT: Please fill out a new Functional Needs card each year. The Berrien County Health Department will keep your functional needs information on file for one year.
They will give you evacuation routes and directions to open reception centers.* Go directly to a reception center and register.
rn Please fill out a new card and mail it in as soon as you get your new calendar.
Follow the evacuation routes to the nearest open reception center. The map below shows evacuation routes in red and marks the four reception centers with red triangles.
z Ifyou know people with functional needs, please volunteer to help them in an emergency. Ifthey do not live nearby or you are not able to help them, 16 please make sure they fill out and mail the Functional Needs card.
Please register when you arrive at the center so family and friends will know where you are. After you have registered you may go to stay with friends or family who live outside the danger area. Or if you prefer, you will be assigned to a safe, nearby gathering place.D Stay calm. You and others with you should have time to get ready to leave safely.* Take only essential items. Pack as if you were going on a trip for only a few days. Use the list below as a guide.D Do not take firearms, alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs.0 If you have functional needs and have sent in a post card, you will receive necessary assistance.
 
If you need help, listen to a local TV or radio station (see page 16) for the telephone number you can call.For a nuclear emergency, call 866-362-3105.
0    2013 FUNCTIONAL NEEDS INFORMATION WHAT YOU SHOULD DO                                                                    Ifyou have functional needs, please fill in this card, fold, seal itwith tape and mail IF YOU ARE TOLD TO EVACUATE                                                           today! You must send ina card each year to keep our files up to date.
* Have a plan for your pets. Keep in mind that currently, reception centers will only accept pets if they are service animals. Make arrangements to stay with relatives, friends or at a pet-friendly hotel outside of the area.Remember to bring your emergency pet kit that includes food, water, medicines, leashes and tags. For more information, see: BringYourPet.com, PetTravelCenter.com and PetsWelcome.com.
I Listen to the radio or television (see page 16) for instructions. They will Name:
* Turn off small appliances, lights and water faucets. However, leave your refrigerator and freezer on.* Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioning.
give you evacuation routes and directions to open reception centers.               Street Address:
Turn down furnace thermostat.
* Go directly to a reception center and register. Follow the evacuation               City:                                            Zip:                    Phone:
Close fireplace dampers.* Close and lock all windows and doors. The evacuated area will be secured and you will not be allowed to return until it is safe.* Check on neighbors.
routes to the nearest open reception center. The map below shows (Contact Berrien County Emergency Management at 269-983-7111 Ext. 4915 ifthere are evacuation routes in red and marks the four reception centers with red triangles. Please register when you arrive at the center so family and             special directions to your home.)
Make sure they know how to evacuate and that they have transportation.
friends will know where you are. After you have registered you may go             Ifyou are a part-time resident, please circle the months you stay in Berrien County.
2013 FUNCTIONAL NEEDS INFORMATION If you have functional needs, please fill in this card, fold, seal it with tape and mail today! You must send in a card each year to keep our files up to date.Name: Street Address: City: Zip: Phone: (Contact Berrien County Emergency Management at 269-983-7111 Ext. 4915 if there are special directions to your home.)If you are a part-time resident, please circle the months you stay in Berrien County.Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Functional Need (circle all that apply): Vision-Impaired Hearing/Speech-Impaired Wheelchair Walker/Cane Bedridden Ventilator Oxygen Other.......................................................
to stay with friends or family who live outside the danger area. Or if you           Jan        Feb        Mar      Apr        May      June    July    Aug      Sep  Oct  Nov    Dec prefer, you will be assigned to a safe, nearby gathering place.
Fold here ..............  
Functional Need (circle all that apply):
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D Stay calm. You and others with you should have time to get ready to leave safely.                                                                     Vision-Impaired Hearing/Speech-Impaired                            Wheelchair Walker/Cane
Transportation Information Pet Information Can a family member or friend Do you have pets that would require special provide you with transportation attention if you were to evacuate your home?if asked to evacuate during If so, indicate number of: an emergency?
* Take only essential items. Pack as if you were going on a trip for only a few Bedridden          Ventilator        Oxygen        Other days. Use the list below as a guide.                                             .......................................................      Fold here .............. . . .........................
Cats Dogs Yes No Service Dogs _Other (describe)
D Do not take firearms, alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs.
Emergency Contacts Primary Relationship Phone Alternate Relationship Phone Cut along the dashed line.
0 If you have functional needs and have sent in a post card, you will receive          Transportation Information                              Pet Information necessary assistance. If you need help, listen to a local TV or radio station      Can a family member or friend                          Do you have pets that would require special (see page 16) for the telephone number you can call.                               provide you with transportation                        attention if you were to evacuate your home?
IMPORTANT:
For a nuclear emergency, call 866-362-3105.                                           if asked to evacuate during                            Ifso, indicate number of:
Do not pick up your children from schools or child-care centers. If necessary, they will be taken to shelters outside the danger zone. Listen for directions on TV or radio stations (see page 16) about where and when they can be picked up when it is safe. Do not worry if you or a family member are in a hospital or other special-care facility, as they also have emergency procedures." THINGS YOU WILL WANT TO BRING WITH YOU P1 Basics: cash, the Cook Plant Emergency Information Calendar, portable radio, flashlight, extra batteries, keys, tool kit, bank books, checkbook, wallet, purse I Bedding: blankets, pillows, sleeping bags Toiletries:
an emergency?                                          Cats                Dogs
soap, towels, toothpaste and toothbrushes, razors, sanitary napkins or supplies Special items: special-diet foods, baby formula and bottles, diapers, favorite toys or games Health supplies:
* Have a plan for your pets. Keep in mind that currently, reception centers will only accept pets if they are service animals. Make arrangements to            Yes            No                                      Service Dogs    _
medicines, glasses, dentures, hearing aids, first aid kit, prescription information L: Identification:
stay with relatives, friends or at a pet-friendly hotel outside of the area.
driver's license, credit cards and important papers Pet supplies" ONCE YOU ARE IN YOUR VEHICLE" Drive carefully.
Other (describe)
There is no need to speed. Follow directions of all sheriff, police and traffic officers." Close all windows and vents. Shut off heating and air conditioning.
Remember to bring your emergency pet kit that includes food, water, medicines, leashes and tags. For more information, see: BringYourPet.com, PetTravelCenter.com and PetsWelcome.com.
* Listen to the radio (see page 16). Follow emergency instructions on your car or portable radio. You will be told when it is safe to return." RECEPTION CENTER LOCATIONS Follow the evacuation route to one of these four reception centers (see map at right). Listen to an area radio or TV station (see page 16) to learn which reception centers are open.m COOK NUCLEAR PLANT EMERGENCY PLANNING ZONE The white circle area below is a 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant in Bridgman.
* Turn off small appliances, lights and water faucets. However, leave your Emergency Contacts refrigerator and freezer on.                                                       Primary                                              Relationship                        Phone
It is the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). The early-warning siren system for Berrien County is within the EPZ. When necessary, area TV and radio stations (see page 16) will alert people living inside the EPZ if there is an emergency.
* Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioning. Turn down furnace thermostat. Close fireplace dampers.                                       Alternate                                            Relationship                        Phone
The map shows the Protective Action Areas for the Cook Nuclear Plant.During an emergency, we will identify these areas by numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.For example, the TV or radio station (see page 16) may say, "Protective Action Area 1 must evacuate." Or "Protective Action Area 2 must take shelter." Know which of the five Protective Action Areas you live or work in so you can respond promptly to instructions.
* Close and lock all windows and doors. The evacuated area will be secured and you will not be allowed to return until it is safe.
The map uses red lines to show evacuation routes. It uses red, lettered triangles to show the four reception center locations.
* Check on neighbors. Make sure they know how to evacuate and that they have transportation.
During an emergency, listen to area TV or radio stations (see page 16) to learn which evacuation routes and reception centers to use.0 0 Z Z z C Z 1 17 A Coloma High School 300 W. St. Joseph Street (Red Arrow Highway)Coloma A Watervliet High School 450 E. St. Joseph Street (Red Arrow Highway)Watervliet A Brandywine High School South of Niles & East of M-51 1700 Bell Road Niles New Buffalo High School South of U.S. 12 1112 E. Clay Street New Buffalo STATE OF INDIANA NUCLEAR EMERGENCY TERMS In the unlikely event that there is an emergency at the Cook Nuclear Plant, four terms will be used to describe each situation.
Cut along the dashed line. -*
Those four terms are explained below. They are listed in order of least serious (1) to most serious (4).Because of the many safeguards and highly skilled people operating the Cook Nuclear Plant, it is very unlikely that a serious event will ever occur there. Chances of you having to seek shelter or evacuate because of a nuclear emergency are very remote. In most cases, evacuation is ordered as a safety measure before any danger can come to you or your family.Federal law, however, requires that the public be told what to do in case of a significant release of radioactive material from the Cook Nuclear Plant. Please keep this Emergency Information Calendar handy and become familiar with its contents.Sometimes you will hear news about a drill or an exercise involving the Cook Nuclear Plant. That is because federal, state, county and plant officials are required by law to participate regularly in drills and exercises so they are prepared in case of an emergency.
 
Remember, you will hear early-warning sirens if shelter or evacuation is necessary.
m COOK NUCLEAR PLANT EMERGENCY IMPORTANT: Do not pick up your children from schools or child-care centers. If necessary, they will be taken to shelters outside the danger             PLANNING ZONE zone. Listen for directions on TV or radio stations (see page 16) about         The white circle area below is a 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant in where and when they can be picked up when it is safe. Do not worry               Bridgman. It is the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). The early-warning siren if you or a family member are in a hospital or other special-care               system for Berrien County is within the EPZ. When necessary, area TV and facility, as they also have emergency procedures.                               radio stations (see page 16) will alert people living inside the EPZ if there is an emergency.
See page 16.When the sirens sound, listen to an area TV or radio station for emergency information (see list on page 16) and follow instructions.
The map shows the Protective Action Areas for the Cook Nuclear Plant.
: 1. UNUSUAL EVENT A minor problem at the Cook Nuclear Plant that varies from normal or routine operations.
  " THINGS YOU WILL WANT TO BRING WITH YOU During an emergency, we will identify these areas by numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.
No release of radioactive material is expected.
P1 Basics: cash, the Cook Plant Emergency Information Calendar,portable       For example, the TV or radio station (see page 16) may say, "Protective Action radio, flashlight, extra batteries, keys, tool kit, bank books, checkbook, Area 1 must evacuate." Or "Protective Action Area 2 must take shelter." Know wallet, purse                                                               which of the five Protective Action Areas you live or work in so you can I Bedding: blankets, pillows, sleeping bags                                   respond promptly to instructions.
Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials.
Toiletries: soap, towels, toothpaste and toothbrushes, razors, sanitary     The map uses red lines to show evacuation routes. It uses red, lettered napkins or supplies                                                         triangles to show the four reception center locations. During an emergency, Special items: special-diet foods, baby formula and bottles, diapers,       listen to area TV or radio stations (see page 16) to learn which evacuation favorite toys or games                                                      routes and reception centers to use.
You will not have to do anything.2. ALERT An abnormal plant condition that could result in a small release of radioactive material inside the plant. This is still considered a minor event.Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials to stand by. It is not likely that you will have to do anything.3. SITE AREA EMERGENCY This is a more serious situation that could result in a release of radioactive material around the plant site. All federal, state and county officials will be ready to help if needed. Protective measures may be required to ensure the safety of the public in a limited area near the plant site boundary.
Health supplies: medicines, glasses, dentures, hearing aids, first aid kit, prescription information L: Identification: driver's license, credit cards and important papers Pet supplies
If so, the sirens may sound. Tune in immediately to an area TV or radio station (see page 16) to learn whether you will need to seek shelter or evacuate.4. GENERAL EMERGENCY This is the most serious situation possible at the Cook Nuclear Plant. It could result in the release of a large amount of radioactive material outside the plant boundary.
  "   ONCE YOU ARE IN YOUR VEHICLE
All federal, state and county officials will provide help as needed. Protective measures may be required to ensure the safety of the public as far as 10 miles from the plant. The sirens will sound and you will be told by area TV and radio stations (see page 16) if shelter or evacuation is necessary.
        " Drive carefully. There is no need to speed. Follow directions of all sheriff, police and traffic officers.
Two other key terms: radiation and contamination 10 Radiation refers to the particles and waves given off by radioactive material.
        " Close all windows and vents. Shut off heating and air conditioning.
It is a form of energy that occurs naturally and artificially.
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We are exposed to it every day. However, radiation could be harmful to your health and safety if the levels are high enough and the exposure lasts long enough.I0 Contamination is when radioactive material is where it is not supposed to be. Food, water or air is considered contaminated if it contains more or different types of radioactive material than would be normally present.Our bodies, for example, contain very small amounts of the radioactive elements potassium 40, carbon 14 and tritium. We are not considered to be contaminated because these elements exist within us naturally.
* Listen to the radio (see page 16). Follow emergency instructions on your z        car or portable radio. You will be told when it is safe to return.
However, the presence of strontium 90 (a possible by-product of a nuclear power plant emergency) in food, air or water can indicate contamination.
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N STATE OF MICHIGAN POTASSIUM IODIDE DISTRIBUTION Radioactive iodine (radioiodine) is one of the products that could be released in the unlikely event of a serious nuclear power plant accident.Potassium iodide (KI) is a non-radioactive form of iodine that may be taken to reduce the amount of radioactive iodine absorbed by the body's thyroid gland. KI offers protection only to the thyroid gland and its use would be to supplement evacuation and in-place sheltering.
  " RECEPTION CENTER LOCATIONS Z
Evacuation and in-place sheltering are the primary means of protection in a radiological emergency.
Follow the evacuation route to one of these four reception centers (see map at right). Listen to an area radio or TV station (see page 16) to learn which 1
State and county officials will use the Emergency Alert System (EAS) to notify the public of the need to evacuate to an in-place shelter or to take KI. KI is available to persons within 10 miles of Cook Nuclear Plant through the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). Detailed instructions on the MDCH distribution of KI can be found on page 21 of this calendar or www.michigan.gov/KI.
Z reception centers are open.
It is necessary to pick up your KI prior to an emergency situation at the plant. Complete your voucher and pick up your KI at a participating pharmacy at your earliest convenience.
Z A      300  W.St.
You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency.
Coloma      Joseph High      Street School                  A    South  of NilesHigh Brandywine      &East of M-51 School (Red Arrow Highway)                         1700 Bell Road Coloma                                      Niles A      Watervliet High School                      New Buffalo High School 450 E. St. Joseph Street                    South of U.S. 12 (Red Arrow Highway)                         1112 E. Clay Street 17 Watervliet                                  New Buffalo STATE OFINDIANA
 
NUCLEAR EMERGENCY TERMS                                                              4. GENERAL EMERGENCY This is the most serious situation possible at the Cook Nuclear Plant. It could result in the release of a large amount of In the unlikely event that there is an emergency at the Cook Nuclear Plant,         radioactive material outside the plant boundary. All federal, state and county four terms will be used to describe each situation. Those four terms are            officials will provide help as needed. Protective measures may be required explained below. They are listed in order of least serious (1) to most              to ensure the safety of the public as far as 10 miles from the plant. The sirens serious (4).                                                                         will sound and you will be told by area TV and radio stations (see page 16) if Because of the many safeguards and highly skilled people operating the              shelter or evacuation is necessary.
Cook Nuclear Plant, it is very unlikely that a serious event will ever occur        Two other key terms: radiation and contamination there. Chances of you having to seek shelter or evacuate because of a 10 Radiation refers to the particles and waves given off by radioactive nuclear emergency are very remote. In most cases, evacuation is ordered material. It is a form of energy that occurs naturally and artificially. We as a safety measure before any danger can come to you or your family.
are exposed to it every day. However, radiation could be harmful to your Federal law, however, requires that the public be told what to do in case of a health and safety if the levels are high enough and the exposure lasts long significant release of radioactive material from the Cook Nuclear Plant. Please keep this Emergency Information Calendar handy and become familiar with                  enough.
its contents.                                                                        I0 Contamination is when radioactive material is where it is not supposed Sometimes you will hear news about a drill or an exercise involving the Cook            to be. Food, water or air is considered contaminated if it contains more Nuclear Plant. That is because federal, state, county and plant officials are            or different types of radioactive material than would be normally present.
required by law to participate regularly in drills and exercises so they are            Our bodies, for example, contain very small amounts of the radioactive prepared in case of an emergency.                                                       elements potassium 40, carbon 14 and tritium. We are not considered to be contaminated because these elements exist within us naturally.
Remember, you will hear early-warning sirens if shelter or evacuation is                 However, the presence of strontium 90 (a possible by-product of a nuclear necessary. See page 16.                                                                 power plant emergency) in food, air or water can indicate contamination.
When the sirens sound, listen to an area TV or radio station for emergency information (see list on page 16) and follow instructions.                           N STATE OF MICHIGAN POTASSIUM IODIDE DISTRIBUTION
: 1. UNUSUAL EVENT A minor problem at the Cook Nuclear Plant that varies from normal or routine operations. No release of radioactive material is             Radioactive iodine (radioiodine) is one of the products that could be expected. Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials.      released in the unlikely event of a serious nuclear power plant accident.
You will not have to do anything.                                                   Potassium iodide (KI) is a non-radioactive form of iodine that may be taken to reduce the amount of radioactive iodine absorbed by the body's thyroid
: 2. ALERT An abnormal plant condition that could result in a small release of         gland. KI offers protection only to the thyroid gland and its use would be radioactive material inside the plant. This is still considered a minor event.
to supplement evacuation and in-place sheltering. Evacuation and in-place Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials to stand by. It sheltering are the primary means of protection in a radiological emergency.
is not likely that you will have to do anything.
State and county officials will use the Emergency Alert System (EAS) to notify
: 3. SITE AREA EMERGENCY This is a more serious situation that could result           the public of the need to evacuate to an in-place shelter or to take KI. KI in a release of radioactive material around the plant site. All federal, state and   is available to persons within 10 miles of Cook Nuclear Plant through the county officials will be ready to help if needed. Protective measures may be         Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). Detailed instructions required to ensure the safety of the public in a limited area near the plant site   on the MDCH distribution of KI can be found on page 21 of this calendar or boundary. If so, the sirens may sound. Tune in immediately to an area TV or         www.michigan.gov/KI. It is necessary to pick up your KI prior to an radio station (see page 16) to learn whether you will need to seek shelter or       emergency situation at the plant. Complete your voucher and pick up your evacuate.                                                                           KI at a participating pharmacy at your earliest convenience. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency.
People who are allergic to iodine should not use KI. In the event of an allergic reaction, contact a doctor.
People who are allergic to iodine should not use KI. In the event of an allergic reaction, contact a doctor.
m FACTS ABOUT RADIATION Radiation is a natural fact of life.Radiation is a form of energy like light or sunshine.
 
There is radiation all around us. We are exposed to small amounts of radioactive materials every moment of our lives.How we measure radiation.
m FACTS ABOUT RADIATION                                                          m TYPES OF RADIATION Radiation includes such things as light, heat and radio waves. However, when Radiation is a natural fact of life.                                             we speak of radiation we usually mean "ionizing" radiation. This radiation can Radiation is a form of energy like light or sunshine. There is radiation all     produce high-energy, charged particles called "ions" in the materials it strikes.
You cannot see, taste, hear or smell ionizing radiation.
around us. We are exposed to small amounts of radioactive materials every moment of our lives.                                                             The main types of ionizing radiation are:
But we can measure it with special instruments.
How we measure radiation.                                                             " Alpha particles, which can be stopped by a sheet of paper.
We use a unit called a millirem (mRem) to measure ionizing radiation.
You cannot see, taste, hear or smell ionizing radiation. But we can measure it
On average, a person living in the U.S. receives about 620 mRem per year from all radiation sources. A person living within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant receives an average of about 175 mRem per year from all sources. That is because we live at a low elevation and do not live near any radioactive rock formations.
* Beta particles, which can be stopped by a thin sheet of metal.
Such low-level radiation is well below the annual limit of 5,000 mRem for nuclear plant workers set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC).Natural background radiation is in the air we breathe.The sun covers our earth with cosmic radiation.
with special instruments. We use a unit called a millirem (mRem) to measure           " Gamma rays, which can be stopped almost completely by three feet ionizing radiation.                                                                      of concrete.
Some rocks and minerals give off small amounts of radiation.
On average, a person living in the U.S. receives about 620 mRem per year               " Neutron particles, which can be stopped by water, concrete and metal.
One source you may be familiar with is radon gas. Many building materials contain radiation.
from all radiation sources. A person living within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant receives an average of about 175 mRem per year from all             N EFFECTS OF RADIATION sources. That is because we live at a low elevation and do not live near any     Just as too much exposure to the sun can cause a painful sunburn, too much radioactive rock formations. Such low-level radiation is well below the annual   exposure to certain levels and types of radiation can have harmful effects.
In fact, radioactive particles are in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. Even our bodies are slightly radioactive.
limit of 5,000 mRem for nuclear plant workers set by the Nuclear Regulatory       You would, however, have to be exposed to radiation doses over 20,000 Commission (NRC).                                                                 mRem within a day to produce effects measurable by a trained doctor. Very Natural background radiation is in the air we breathe.                           large doses of 50,000 to 100,000 mRem are required before you would feel any The sun covers our earth with cosmic radiation. Some rocks and minerals give     ill effects.
These sources of radiation are called natural background radiation.
off small amounts of radiation. One source you may be familiar with is radon     The amount of exposure from radiation depends on:
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gas. Many building materials contain radiation. In fact, radioactive particles
: 7 m TYPES OF RADIATION Radiation includes such things as light, heat and radio waves. However, when we speak of radiation we usually mean "ionizing" radiation.
* Length of time you are exposed.
This radiation can produce high-energy, charged particles called "ions" in the materials it strikes.The main types of ionizing radiation are: " Alpha particles, which can be stopped by a sheet of paper.* Beta particles, which can be stopped by a thin sheet of metal." Gamma rays, which can be stopped almost completely by three feet of concrete." Neutron particles, which can be stopped by water, concrete and metal.N EFFECTS OF RADIATION Just as too much exposure to the sun can cause a painful sunburn, too much exposure to certain levels and types of radiation can have harmful effects.You would, however, have to be exposed to radiation doses over 20,000 mRem within a day to produce effects measurable by a trained doctor. Very large doses of 50,000 to 100,000 mRem are required before you would feel any ill effects.The amount of exposure from radiation depends on:* Length of time you are exposed." How far you are from the source of radiation." Which part of your body is exposed." How much material you inhale or take into your body.Your health or physical condition can affectyour reaction to radiation exposure.For example, you should be aware that unborn babies and very young children are more likely to be harmed by radiation exposure.The less radiation you are exposed to, the less chance you have of receiving any harmful effects. That is why it is so important to have an emergency plan in place near a nuclear power plant. We need to treat radiation with caution and common sense.Cook Nuclear Plant workers regularly check radiation levels both inside and outside the plant. In the unlikely event of a serious nuclear accident at the plant, state and federal health experts would be called in to take radiation readings beyond the plant site boundary.
are in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. Even our           " How far you are from the source of radiation.
These readings would determine what steps, if any, you, your family and coworkers would need to take to protect yourselves.
bodies are slightly radioactive. These sources of radiation are called natural
rn rn rn 0 z 18]We make and use radioactive sources every day.Besides naturally occurring radiation, there is also artificial (human-made) radiation.
                                                                                            " Which part of your body is exposed.
Radioactive materials are used in medical and dental X-rays. They are used to help diagnose and treat diseases such as cancer. Science and industry use radioactive materials for research and to do such things as X-ray welds. Other sources of radioactive materials are color TVs, smoke detectors, some luminous-dial watches and clocks. Very small amounts of radiation come from generating electricity with nuclear power.I~6 Ariica raito ores(esrdi .m e er CHEST X-RAY :10 COAST-TO-COAST AIRLINE FLIGHT: 2.5 VIEWING COLOR TV 1 HOUR/DAY:
background radiation.
1 LIVING BY THE COOK PLANT: < 1 NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS 0 HOW WILL YOU BE NOTIFIED IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY?
                                                                                            " How much material you inhale or take into your body.
The State of Michigan will evaluate the seriousness of a nuclear accident.
Your health or physical condition can affectyour reaction to radiation exposure.
It will order actions to protect the public and the food supply.1 If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, your first warning may be the sounding of emergency sirens. If you hear a siren for three to five minutes, tune to a radio or television station listed on page 16 for emergency information.
For example, you should be aware that unborn babies and very young children
I10 If you live farther than 10 miles from the plant, you will be notified by area radio and TV stations (see page 16). The news report will let you know if you need to take protective action, or a Cooperative Extension Service official will contact you. Please follow the emergency instructions right away.10 If you have questions about a real or potential emergency, please contact the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development at 800-292-3939.
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* WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE TOLD TO SEEK SHELTER?During a nuclear emergency, it is very important to limit your outdoor activities as much as possible.
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Please stay indoors and follow the instructions provided in radio and television messages (see page 16).0 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE ORDERED TO EVACUATE YOUR FARM?If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, you may be told to evacuate.
rn The less radiation you are exposed to, the less chance you have of receiving We make and use radioactive sources every day.                                    any harmful effects. That is why it is so important to have an emergency plan in place near a nuclear power plant. We need to treat radiation with caution Besides naturally occurring radiation, there is also artificial (human-made) rn                                                                                  and common sense.
You may be permitted, with directions from the state, to reenter the evacuated area temporarily to tend to the needs of your farm. You will receive instructions on what routes to use, safety precautions and decontamination procedures.
radiation. Radioactive materials are used in medical and dental X-rays. They are used to help diagnose and treat diseases such as cancer. Science and          Cook Nuclear Plant workers regularly check radiation levels both inside and industry use radioactive materials for research and to do such things as X-ray    outside the plant. In the unlikely event of a serious nuclear accident at the plant, state and federal health experts would be called in to take radiation 0 welds. Other sources of radioactive materials are color TVs, smoke detectors,      readings beyond the plant site boundary. These readings would determine some luminous-dial watches and clocks. Very small amounts of radiation what steps, if any, you, your family and coworkers would need to take to z come from generating electricity with nuclear power.                                protect yourselves.
Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide animal health and feeding guidelines.
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0 HOW CAN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY CONTAMINATE FOOD?During a nuclear emergency, dust-sized, radioactive materials can fall onto fruits, vegetables or grains. This food could enter the food supply and be eaten by the public. For example: Cows could eat grass covered with radioactive iodine 131. Traces of the iodine could be passed through to the milk and then to people who drink it. Iodine 131 has the potential to concentrate in the human thyroid gland where it could cause thyroid cancer.0 PROTECTING THE FOOD SUPPLY DURING A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY Following a nuclear emergency, the public could be exposed to radioactive material in several ways. At first, particles and gases released into the air could be ingested or inhaled directly.
 
Additional exposure could result from eating or drinking food or milk contaminated by traces of radioactive material.
NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS 0  HOW WILL YOU BE NOTIFIED IN A                                                0 PROTECTING THE FOOD SUPPLY DURING A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY?                                                              NUCLEAR EMERGENCY The State of Michigan will evaluate the seriousness of a nuclear accident. It    Following a nuclear emergency, the public could be exposed to radioactive will order actions to protect the public and the food supply.                     material in several ways. At first, particles and gases released into the air 1 If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, your first warning      could be ingested or inhaled directly. Additional exposure could result may be the sounding of emergency sirens. If you hear a siren for three        from eating or drinking food or milk contaminated by traces of radioactive to five minutes, tune to a radio or television station listed on page 16 for  material. Farmers, food processors and distributors will be required to take emergency information.                                                        steps to protect the food supply. Every step will be taken to minimize or avoid I10If you live farther than 10 miles from the plant, you will be notified by area contamination. Please read this page and the next to learn how to protect the radio and TV stations (see page 16). The news report will let you know if    food supply in the event of a nuclear emergency.
Farmers, food processors and distributors will be required to take steps to protect the food supply. Every step will be taken to minimize or avoid contamination.
you need to take protective action, or a Cooperative Extension Service official will contact you. Please follow the emergency instructions right    m  SAMPLES WILL BE COLLECTED TO DETERMINE away.                                                                            PROTECTIVE ACTION.
Please read this page and the next to learn how to protect the food supply in the event of a nuclear emergency.
10 If you have questions about a real or potential emergency, please contact      After an accidental release of radioactive material, State of Michigan the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development at              emergency workers will determine what protective steps you will need to 800-292-3939.                                                                take. Emergency workers will collect samples of air, water and soil to see whether there is radioactive contamination, where it is located and the
m SAMPLES WILL BE COLLECTED TO DETERMINE PROTECTIVE ACTION.After an accidental release of radioactive material, State of Michigan emergency workers will determine what protective steps you will need to take. Emergency workers will collect samples of air, water and soil to see whether there is radioactive contamination, where it is located and the amount. Samples of milk, forage, crops and processed foods also may be taken. Field data and other factors will be used by the state to determine the best course of action to protect the public and the food supply.Samples may be taken as far away as 50 miles from the plant site. State of Michigan emergency workers will give farmers, food processors and distributors outside of the 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant specific instructions on how to collect and test samples.E SAMPLES ARE BEING TAKEN NOW TO GIVE US A BASELINE.Radioactive materials occur naturally in the environment.
* WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE TOLD TO amount. Samples of milk, forage, crops and processed foods also may be SEEK SHELTER?                                                                 taken. Field data and other factors will be used by the state to determine the During a nuclear emergency, it is very important to limit your outdoor            best course of action to protect the public and the food supply.
So Indiana Michigan Power and State of Michigan emergency workers continually take samples of the air, water, milk, vegetation and animal life near the Cook Nuclear Plant. This gives them a "natural" baseline for comparison in the event of a nuclear emergency.
activities as much as possible. Please stay indoors and follow the instructions  Samples may be taken as far away as 50 miles from the plant site. State provided in radio and television messages (see page 16).                          of Michigan emergency workers will give farmers, food processors and 0 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE ORDERED                                          distributors outside of the 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant specific instructions on how to collect and test samples.
0 HOW TO PROTECT YOUR WATER SUPPLY IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY Store as much water as you can for your livestock.
TO EVACUATE YOUR FARM?
Cover open wells, tanks and other storage containers.
If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, you may be told to        E  SAMPLES ARE BEING TAKEN NOW evacuate. You may be permitted, with directions from the state, to reenter the       TO GIVE US A BASELINE.
Close off the intakes from contaminated ponds, streams or cisterns.
evacuated area temporarily to tend to the needs of your farm. You will receive instructions on what routes to use, safety precautions and decontamination        Radioactive materials occur naturally in the environment. So Indiana procedures.                                                                       Michigan Power and State of Michigan emergency workers continually take samples of the air, water, milk, vegetation and animal life near the Cook Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide animal health and Nuclear Plant. This gives them a "natural" baseline for comparison in the feeding guidelines.
In general, water from wells and water heaters should be safe to use.Radioactive contaminants deposited on the ground usually will travel very slowly into the soil. If contaminants fall onto the surface of lakes and rivers, the radioactive materials may get into the ground water supplies.
event of a nuclear emergency.
It takes just a few hours for streams and lakes to carry the contaminants many miles.m HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LIVESTOCK OR POULTRY IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY The first priority is to protect dairy animals because radioactive materials can quickly enter the food chain through milk and other dairy products.
0 HOW CAN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY CONTAMINATE FOOD?
If sheltering is required, shelter your dairy animals first.Shelter livestock in covered barns or sheds unless the weather is extremely hot or other factors make sheltering impossible.
During a nuclear emergency, dust-sized, radioactive materials can fall onto fruits, vegetables or grains. This food could enter the food supply and be eaten by the public. For example: Cows could eat grass covered with radioactive iodine 131. Traces of the iodine could be passed through to the milk and then to people who drink it. Iodine 131 has the potential to concentrate in the human thyroid gland where it could cause thyroid cancer.
Provide your animals stored feed such as hay, silage and bagged grain. Whenever possible, draw water for your animals from a well. Avoid using water from ponds, rivers and creeks.This will help to minimize the amount of radioactive material ingested by your animals.Poultry are more resistant to radioactive contamination than other farm animals. Keep them in your enclosed facility and continue to give them stored feed and well water. If your poultry are normally kept outdoors, bring them inside if possible.
 
Eggshells provide natural protection from contamination.
0   HOW TO PROTECT YOUR WATER SUPPLY IN A                                       0  WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF FEED IS NUCLEAR EMERGENCY                                                               RADIOACTIVELY CONTAMINATED Store as much water as you can for your livestock. Cover open wells, tanks      Only in extreme emergencies may you feed your livestock contaminated and other storage containers. Close off the intakes from contaminated            grain or hay. If you must use the contaminated feed, you may be able to ponds, streams or cisterns. In general, water from wells and water heaters      reduce the level of contamination. For example, if the feed is stored outside, should be safe to use.                                                          the contamination may be greater at or near the surface of the feed pile. You Radioactive contaminants deposited on the ground usually will travel very        may be able to reduce the contamination level significantly by removing the slowly into the soil. If contaminants fall onto the surface of lakes and rivers, top portion.
Generally, eggs will be safe to eat after the shells are washed to remove surface contamination.
the radioactive materials may get into the ground water supplies. It takes just  Do not dispose of contaminated feed or hay unless spoilage has made a few hours for streams and lakes to carry the contaminants many miles.         it inedible. Generally, contaminated products may be salvageable after adequate time passes and they are properly processed. Please keep m  HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LIVESTOCK OR POULTRY IN                                  contaminated feed supplies separate from other feed so the contamination A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY                                                          does not spread. Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide you The first priority is to protect dairy animals because radioactive materials    with specific information.
m DO NOT DESTROY YOUR ANIMALS.Destroy your animals only if you get orders from state or federal authorities.
can quickly enter the food chain through milk and other dairy products. If sheltering is required, shelter your dairy animals first.
Do not slaughter any animals except for immediate food needs. Generally, animals that are exposed to radioactive contaminants and radioactive rainwater will survive. Many will be marketable and safe for humans to eat.However, do not allow animals to graze in open fields unless the State of Michigan, your Cooperative Extension Service agent or another government official gives you permission.
* WHO PAYS FOR LOST OR DESTROYED FARM PRODUCTS?
0 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF FEED IS RADIOACTIVELY CONTAMINATED Only in extreme emergencies may you feed your livestock contaminated grain or hay. If you must use the contaminated feed, you may be able to reduce the level of contamination.
Shelter livestock in covered barns or sheds unless the weather is extremely hot or other factors make sheltering impossible. Provide your animals stored    Farmers, food processors and distributors could face serious financial losses feed such as hay, silage and bagged grain. Whenever possible, draw water for     following a nuclear emergency. Under federal law, you will be reimbursed your animals from a well. Avoid using water from ponds, rivers and creeks.       for any of these losses. The Price-Anderson Act, enacted by Congress in 1957, This will help to minimize the amount of radioactive material ingested by        requires the operators of nuclear power plants and certain other nuclear your animals.                                                                   facilities to purchase nuclear liability insurance policies for the protection of the public. As a result, no-fault insurance pools are in place to pay claims Poultry are more resistant to radioactive contamination than other farm promptly without lengthy court hearings. Claimants need only prove that the animals. Keep them in your enclosed facility and continue to give them injury or property damage resulted from the nuclear emergency. Commercial stored feed and well water. If your poultry are normally kept outdoors, insurance policies exclude coverage for nuclear emergencies because the bring them inside if possible. Eggshells provide natural protection from contamination. Generally, eggs will be safe to eat after the shells are washed  Price-Anderson Act makes coverage unnecessary.
For example, if the feed is stored outside, the contamination may be greater at or near the surface of the feed pile. You may be able to reduce the contamination level significantly by removing the top portion.Do not dispose of contaminated feed or hay unless spoilage has made it inedible.
to remove surface contamination.
Generally, contaminated products may be salvageable after adequate time passes and they are properly processed.
m DO NOT DESTROY YOUR ANIMALS.
Please keep contaminated feed supplies separate from other feed so the contamination does not spread. Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide you with specific information.
Z Destroy your animals only if you get orders from state or federal authorities.
* WHO PAYS FOR LOST OR DESTROYED FARM PRODUCTS?Farmers, food processors and distributors could face serious financial losses following a nuclear emergency.
Do not slaughter any animals except for immediate food needs. Generally, animals that are exposed to radioactive contaminants and radioactive rainwater will survive. Many will be marketable and safe for humans to eat.
Under federal law, you will be reimbursed for any of these losses. The Price-Anderson Act, enacted by Congress in 1957, requires the operators of nuclear power plants and certain other nuclear facilities to purchase nuclear liability insurance policies for the protection of the public. As a result, no-fault insurance pools are in place to pay claims promptly without lengthy court hearings.
However, do not allow animals to graze in open fields unless the State of Michigan, your Cooperative Extension Service agent or another government official gives you permission.
Claimants need only prove that the injury or property damage resulted from the nuclear emergency.
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Commercial insurance policies exclude coverage for nuclear emergencies because the Price-Anderson Act makes coverage unnecessary.
 
Z Z 19 O NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS, continued N WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WITH FOOD AND PRODUCTS CONTAMINATED IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY Crops in the field Let your standing crops grow to maturity.
O NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS, continued N WHAT YOU            SHOULD DO WITH FOOD AND PRODUCTS                              Milk CONTAMINATED IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY                                              Milk contaminated at low levels of iodine 131 may be converted to powdered milk or cheese. Then it will be stored until the iodine's radioactivity Crops in the field diminishes to safe levels. It may also be used in animal feed.
The level of radiation exposure they will receive should not affect their growth. Most contaminants will be washed off in the rain. Or, over time, the crops will return to safe levels as they grow.If special harvesting procedures are required, your Cooperative Extension Service agent will give you instructions.
Let your standing crops grow to maturity. The level of radiation exposure they will receive should not affect their growth. Most contaminants will be washed        Wildlife and plants off in the rain. Or, over time, the crops will return to safe levels as they grow. After a nuclear emergency, wild game such as deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant If special harvesting procedures are required, your Cooperative Extension            and partridge may eat food and water contaminated with radioactive Service agent will give you instructions.                                            particles. State of Michigan emergency workers may advise you not to eat Roots and tubers                                                                    wild game until it has been sampled and assessed to be safe. Wild edible plants, such as native herbs, mushrooms, dandelion greens, spearmint, Potatoes, carrots and plants that mature under the ground generally are safe        peppermint or wintergreen may have particles of contamination on their to eat. Make sure to thoroughly wash and peel these products to remove soil          surfaces, too. Before eating, be sure to wash, brush, scrub or peel to particles and contaminants.                                                          minimize contamination.
Roots and tubers Potatoes, carrots and plants that mature under the ground generally are safe to eat. Make sure to thoroughly wash and peel these products to remove soil particles and contaminants.
Fruits and vegetables in the field                                                  How soon will the radioactivity reach safe levels?
Fruits and vegetables in the field Unprotected plants may have particles of radioactive contamination on their surfaces.
Unprotected plants may have particles of radioactive contamination on their          The speed that radioactivity diminishes depends on several things. Inert surfaces. Before eating them, wash thoroughly. Then brush, scrub or peel the         gases released from a nuclear power plant lose their radioactivity within outer layers. Some leafy vegetables may be eaten after you remove the outer          minutes. Wind or heavy rain tend to remove radioactive material from plants layers.                                                                              very quickly. In some cases, however, a hard rain after a nuclear emergency If your crops do not need to be harvested immediately, leave them in the            may splash contaminated soil onto plant surfaces. This will increase the field or on the trees. They should be able to be harvested once your area is        amount of radioactive material on low-standing plants.
Before eating them, wash thoroughly.
declared safe again.
Then brush, scrub or peel the outer layers. Some leafy vegetables may be eaten after you remove the outer layers.If your crops do not need to be harvested immediately, leave them in the field or on the trees. They should be able to be harvested once your area is declared safe again.You may lose some ripe fruits and vegetables to spoilage.
You may lose some ripe fruits and vegetables to spoilage. Contamination              m WHAT STEPS CAN BE TAKEN TO RESTORE levels in your area may be too high for field workers to harvest your crop in a        CONTAMINATED SOILS?
Contamination levels in your area may be too high for field workers to harvest your crop in a timely manner. You will be reimbursed for crop losses.Honey and apiary products Following a nuclear emergency, State of Michigan emergency workers will need to take samples and analyze honey and beehives in the Protective Action Areas. Contact your Cooperative Extension Service agent for guidance.Farm products If radioactive particles or material are present in large amounts, you may be advised not to use, eat or sell garden produce or animal products until samples are taken and analyzed.
timely manner. You will be reimbursed for crop losses.                               There are several steps that can be taken to restore soils contaminated in a Honey and apiary products                                                           nuclear emergency. One is not to use the soil for a period of time. In a worst-case situation, heavily contaminated soil may need to be removed and sent Following a nuclear emergency, State of Michigan emergency workers will to an approved radioactive waste disposal facility. Such drastic action may not need to take samples and analyze honey and beehives in the Protective be possible for large fields, but may be used for small plots or areas such as Action Areas. Contact your Cooperative Extension Service agent for walkways near buildings where people come in close contact with it.
State of Michigan emergency workers will conduct the sample tests and analysis.
guidance.
Please follow their orders to protect the public's and your safety.Milk Milk contaminated at low levels of iodine 131 may be converted to powdered milk or cheese. Then it will be stored until the iodine's radioactivity diminishes to safe levels. It may also be used in animal feed.Wildlife and plants After a nuclear emergency, wild game such as deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant and partridge may eat food and water contaminated with radioactive particles.
In less severe situations, fiber crops may be planted instead of fruits and Farm products                                                                       vegetables. Deep plowing may be used to keep the radioactive contaminants If radioactive particles or material are present in large amounts, you may          below the root zone until the radioactivity decays to safe levels over time.
State of Michigan emergency workers may advise you not to eat wild game until it has been sampled and assessed to be safe. Wild edible plants, such as native herbs, mushrooms, dandelion greens, spearmint, peppermint or wintergreen may have particles of contamination on their surfaces, too. Before eating, be sure to wash, brush, scrub or peel to minimize contamination.
be advised not to use, eat or sell garden produce or animal products until          Liming may also be used to limit the absorption of specific radioactive samples are taken and analyzed. State of Michigan emergency workers will             elements by crops.
How soon will the radioactivity reach safe levels?The speed that radioactivity diminishes depends on several things. Inert gases released from a nuclear power plant lose their radioactivity within minutes. Wind or heavy rain tend to remove radioactive material from plants very quickly. In some cases, however, a hard rain after a nuclear emergency may splash contaminated soil onto plant surfaces.
conduct the sample tests and analysis. Please follow their orders to protect        Farmers will receive guidance from the United States Department of the public's and your safety.                                                       Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service on how to restore valuable soils to productive use.
This will increase the amount of radioactive material on low-standing plants.m WHAT STEPS CAN BE TAKEN TO RESTORE CONTAMINATED SOILS?There are several steps that can be taken to restore soils contaminated in a nuclear emergency.
 
One is not to use the soil for a period of time. In a worst-case situation, heavily contaminated soil may need to be removed and sent to an approved radioactive waste disposal facility.
N   WHAT SHOULD FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS DO IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY?
Such drastic action may not be possible for large fields, but may be used for small plots or areas such as walkways near buildings where people come in close contact with it.In less severe situations, fiber crops may be planted instead of fruits and vegetables.
Deep plowing may be used to keep the radioactive contaminants below the root zone until the radioactivity decays to safe levels over time.Liming may also be used to limit the absorption of specific radioactive elements by crops.Farmers will receive guidance from the United States Department of Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service on how to restore valuable soils to productive use.
N WHAT SHOULD FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS DO IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY?
After a nuclear emergency, government officials may restrict the movement of contaminated food products or withhold them from the marketplace.
After a nuclear emergency, government officials may restrict the movement of contaminated food products or withhold them from the marketplace.
These products should not be released until they are considered safe for consumption or a decision is made to dispose of them. State of Michigan emergency workers will instruct you on how to safely handle and dispose of contaminated food products.The environmental damage caused by a nuclear reaction may be short-lived.
These products should not be released until they are considered safe for consumption or a decision is made to dispose of them. State of Michigan emergency workers will instruct you on how to safely handle and dispose of contaminated food products.
Steps can be taken to make a full recovery.IMPORTANT:
The environmental damage caused by a nuclear reaction may be short-lived.
Do not destroy any animals, crops, milk or feed supplies unless directed by authorities to do so." FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: MSU-Berrien County Cooperative Extension Service 269-944-4126 1737 Hillandale Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 www.msue.msu.edu/berrien" IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT A REAL OR POTENTIAL EMERGENCY, YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT r) THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND o RURAL DEVELOPMENT:
Steps can be taken to make a full recovery.
O Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development 800-292-3939 m www.michigan.gov/mdard z z 0 z z 20 When should I take KI?Take KI only if a "General Emergency" has been declared at the Cook Nuclear Plant. If the emergency sirens sound for three minutes or more, tune to your local radio or television station (see list on page 16 in this calendar).
IMPORTANT: Do not destroy any animals, crops, milk or feed supplies unless directed by authorities to do so.
Follow the instructions given by emergency officials.
    "   FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:
You may be instructed to shelter-in-place or evacuate.
MSU-Berrien County Cooperative Extension Service 269-944-4126 1737 Hillandale Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 www.msue.msu.edu/berrien
You should take KI only if the radio or TV announcements say that the power plant has declared a "General Emergency," the most serious type of plant emergency.
    " IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT A REAL OR POTENTIAL EMERGENCY, YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT r)     THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND oO    RURAL DEVELOPMENT:
If you are told to evacuate and don't have your KI readily available, don't waste time searching for it.Evacuating or sheltering-in-place is the best way to protect yourself from harm due to radiation.
Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development 800-292-3939 m         www.michigan.gov/mdard z
How much KI should I take?One dose protects the thyroid for 24 hours. You should be safely evacuated within the 24 hour time period. Taking more than the recommended dose will not help you and it will increase the risk of side effects.If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, it is recommended that you keep potassium iodide (KI) tablets on hand for everyone in your home or business.To get your KI tablets at no cost to you, complete the voucher below and take it to one of the listed pharmacies.
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If you have KI tablets from this program, you do not need to get more this year.FLI-11 .&#xfd;&#xfd;F=3 AGE WEIGHT NUMBER OF TABLETS Do you have your potassium iodide (KI) tablets?Get your free supply at area pharmacies Potassium iodide (KI) is available at no cost to people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant. In the unlikely event of a serious accident at the Cook Plant, taking KI will help protect your thyroid from injuries caused by exposure to radioactive iodine.To get your KI tablets, please read the information in this calendar, complete the voucher and take it to one of the participating pharmacies listed on the voucher. Please get your tablets now so you are ready if you are ever asked to take them. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency.
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What is KI?KI (the chemical name for the drug "potassium iodide") is a non-prescription iodine pill. Iodine is an element that is found in nature and is also an important part of your diet. Because iodine is so important for your health, it is added to table salt. However, the iodine in the KI pill is much stronger than the iodine in table salt. Table salt cannot be used as a replacement for KI.How does KI work?In the unlikely event of a serious accident at a nuclear power plant, one form of radiation, radioactive iodine, could be released into the air. This type of radiation can be stored in your thyroid gland. This can cause thyroid cancer or other thyroid problems over time. Children are most at risk of thyroid injury from exposure to radioactive iodine. KI protects your thyroid by filling it up with a safe form of iodine so that it can't take in radioactive iodine.It is important for you to know that KI does not protect your whole body from radioactive material.KI protects only your thyroid gland.How can I get Kl?Complete the voucher and take it to one of the participating pharmacies (see list on other side).The pharmacy will provide you with the amount of KI that you need. Place the KI in a safe, dry location and keep it in its foil packet. You should keep it on hand as part of your emergency supply kit (to learn what to keep in your kit, see page 22 in this calendar).
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Be sure to get your KI now. You will not be able to get it from the pharmacy during a nuclear power plant emergency.
 
18+ years Any weight Two (2) 65 mg tablets (includes pregnant and breastfeeding women)12-18 years 150 lbs. or more Two (2) 65 mg tablets 12-18 years Less than 150 lbs. One (1) 65 mg tablet 3-12 years One (1) 65 mg tablet 1 month-3 years Half (1/2) 65 mg tablet (Pharmacy will provide directions for crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid.)Birth to 1 month Ouarter (1/4) 65 mg tablet (Pharmacy will provide directions for crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid,)What side effects could I have from taking KI?KI can cause minor side effects. You could have an upset stomach or swelling in your mouth. If you have a serious reaction such as fever, joint pain, swelling of the face or body or trouble breathing, get medical help right away!Who should NOT take KI?You should not take KI if: " You are allergic to iodine. A shellfish allergy may not mean that you are allergic to iodine.Talk to your physician or allergist if you have a shellfish allergy." You have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis syndrome (HUVS), very rare skin conditions.
When should I take KI?
Check with your doctor if:-You already have a thyroid condition.
Take KI only if a "General Emergency" has been declared at the Cook Nuclear Plant. If the emergency sirens sound for three minutes or more, tune to your local radio or television station (see list on page 16 in this calendar). Follow the instructions given by emergency officials. You may be instructed to shelter-in-place or evacuate. You should take KI only if the radio or TV announcements say that the power plant has declared a "General Emergency," the most serious type of plant emergency.
-You are unsure whether or not to take KI.
Ifyou are told to evacuate and don't have your KI readily available, don't waste time searching for it.
Participating pharmacies You may pick up your KI tablets at the following pharmacies: " Meijer Pharmacy, 1920 Pipestone Rd., Benton Harbor, Ml" Meijer Pharmacy, 5019 Red Arrow Hwy., Stevensville, Ml" Meijer Pharmacy, 5150 S. Franklin St., Michigan City, IN" Shoreline Pharmacy, 950 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven, MI How does this program apply to businesses?
If you live within 10 miles of the Cook                                                                  Evacuating or sheltering-in-place is the best way to protect yourself from harm due to radiation.
Businesses can obtain KI for their employees, clients or patients.
Nuclear Plant, it is recommended that you                                                                How much KI should I take?
Businesses with more than 400 employees/clients/patients should call or email the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) to arrange for delivery of KI. If a business chooses to participate in the program, it is responsible for having a dispensing plan that complies with these instructions.
keep potassium iodide (KI) tablets on hand One dose protects the thyroid for 24 hours. You should be safely evacuated within the 24 hour time for everyone in your home or business.                                                                    period. Taking more than the recommended dose will not help you and it will increase the risk of To get your KI tablets at no cost to you, side effects.
If your business chooses not to participate, you can provide a copy of this voucher to your employees so that they can obtain their personal supply of KI.Read this information before signing the voucher.Signing the form means that you agree to and understand the following:
complete the voucher below and take it to                                    FLI-11
I understand that: " KI is an over-the-counter, non-prescription drug." KI is to be taken only when a General Emergency has been declared at the Cook Nuclear Plant." KI is NOT a substitute for evacuation or sheltering-in-place.
                                                                                  . &#xfd;&#xfd; one of the listedpharmacies.                                                F= 3 If you have KI tablets from this                                                                              AGE                    WEIGHT                            NUMBER OF TABLETS program, you do not need to                                                                        18+ years            Any weight                      Two (2) 65 mg tablets get more this year.                                                                                                 (includes pregnant and breastfeeding women)
I will follow the instructions of emergency officials." KI only protects the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine. It does not protect the rest of the body. In a nuclear power plant emergency, there could be health risks from other forms of radiation." Although taking KI is usually safe, it can cause problems in people who have thyroid disease or are allergic to iodine. People who have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis syndrome (HUVS), two very rare skin diseases, should not take KI without first talking to their doctor.I agree that: " I will follow all instructions on how to use potassium iodide (KI)." I will hold the pharmacy harmless from all liability, claims, suits or actions related to the use, delivery, labeling and packaging of KI.Additional agreements for businesses" I own or represent the business/institution named on the voucher.* This business/institution will provide information on dosing and medical contraindications to all employees/clients prior to distributing KI. (NOTE: You will find this information in each box of KI and on the MDCH website at www.michigan.gov/KI.)
Do you have your potassium iodide (KI) tablets?                                                            12-18 years          150 lbs. or more                Two (2) 65 mg tablets Get your free supply at area pharmacies                                                                    12-18 years          Less than 150 lbs.             One (1) 65 mg tablet Potassium iodide (KI) is available at no cost to people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook       3-12 years                                          One (1) 65 mg tablet Nuclear Plant. In the unlikely event of a serious accident at the Cook Plant, taking KI will help protect your thyroid from injuries caused by exposure to radioactive iodine.                                       1 month-3 years                                      Half (1/2) 65 mg tablet To get your KI tablets, please read the information in this calendar, complete the voucher and                                                                   (Pharmacy will provide directions for take it to one of the participating pharmacies listed on the voucher. Please get your tablets                                                                   crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid.)
To qualify to receive KI tablets for your household or business, you must: " Live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.* Be 18 years or older.* Present a government-issued photo ID.Cut along the dashed line. ..2012-2013 Potassium Iodide (KI) Voucher By signing this form, I agree that I have read the KI information provided and that I am obtaining KI for people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.Complete 1 or 2: 1. Requesting KI for Household Use Name: Address: City: Zip: County: Telephone:(Number of people living at your home address: Ages of people living at your home address: 2. Requesting KI for Business Use Name of Business: Address: City: Zip: Contact Name: County: Telephone:(Number of employees/patients/residents/clients at this address: Signature:
now so you are ready if you are ever asked to take them. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency.                                                                 Birth to 1 month                                    Ouarter (1/4) 65 mg tablet (Pharmacy will provide directions for What is KI?                                                                                                                                                     crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid,)
Date: Pharmacy use only# of boxes dispensed:
KI (the chemical name for the drug "potassium iodide") is a non-prescription iodine pill. Iodine is an element that is found in nature and is also an important part of your diet. Because iodine is so       What side effects could I have from taking KI?
Lot #: Date dispensed:
important for your health, it is added to table salt. However, the iodine in the KI pill is much stronger KI can cause minor side effects. You could have an upset stomach or swelling in your mouth. Ifyou than the iodine in table salt. Table salt cannot be used as a replacement for KI.                         have a serious reaction such as fever, joint pain, swelling of the face or body or trouble breathing, How does KI work?                                                                                        get medical help right away!
Pharmacy name: Pharmacy #: City: Cut along the dashed line. -ht CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY DON, Don went to great heights to tell our stories TAMES, 1931-2012 Whether he was taking breathtaking vistas from his airplane or shooting in the depths of the Cook Nuclear Plant, Don Ames and his camera were amazing. He documented our energy story from the day we broke ground to build our two nuclear units until the last couple of years.Don's aerial, event and nature photographs appeared in every home in Berrien County starting with our 1995 Emergency Calendar.
In the unlikely event of a serious accident at a nuclear power plant, one form of radiation, radioactive Who should NOT take KI?
We know our stories will live on through his photographs.
iodine, could be released into the air. This type of radiation can be stored in your thyroid gland. This You should not take KI if:
But we will miss his endearing sense of humor and warm smile.Whether it is funding and constructing a Harbor Habitat house this past summer, distributing
can cause thyroid cancer or other thyroid problems over time. Children are most at risk of thyroid injury from exposure to radioactive iodine. KI protects your thyroid by filling it up with a safe form   "You are allergic to iodine. A shellfish allergy may not mean that you are allergic to iodine.
$52,000 with the Heart of Cook grants to 39 employee-selected nonprofit organizations and projects or maintaining a strong partnership with Lake Michigan College's Energy Production Technology course offerings, Cook employees pitch in to help their neighbors.
of iodine so that it can't take in radioactive iodine.                                                     Talk to your physician or allergist if you have a shellfish allergy.
And it's not just long-time employees either. Some of the plant's most active volunteers for school energy education programs, the Berrien County Youth Fair, American Cancer Society's Relay for Life of Berrien County and other community enhancing projects are members of the North American Young Generation in Nuclear. This energetic team of new employees, 35 years old and younger, is an inspiration to other Cook employees as well as young people in area corporations.
It is important for you to know that KI does not protect your whole body from radioactive material.       "You have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis syndrome KI protects only your thyroid gland.                                                                       (HUVS), very rare skin conditions.
Does your favorite community organization need financial or volunteer help? Talk with neighbors or family members who work at Cook Plant or contact: Cook Energy Center P.O. Box 850 Bridgman, MI 49106 800-548-2555 cookinfo@aep.com START PREPARING NOW!Emergency situations often catch people off guard. A good way to stay safe in an emergency is to know what to do ahead of time. Here are five steps you can take now to make sure you, your family and the people you work with are prepared to handle any emergency.
How can I get Kl?                                                                                         Check with your doctor if:
: 1. After you read this Emergency Information Calendar, please share it with your family or coworkers.
Complete the voucher and take it to one of the participating pharmacies (see list on other side).         - You already have a thyroid condition.
Then display it where you can find it quickly when you need it.2. Keep the following items together in a safe, easy-to-get-to place: IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND EMERGENCY INFORMATION List all the phone numbers and emergency information you or a member of your household or business may need in a personal emergency.
The pharmacy will provide you with the amount of KI that you need. Place the KI in a safe, dry           - You are unsure whether or not to take KI.
Please include names and numbers for your: Doctor: Hospital: Sheriff: School: Emergency cash Your important papers First aid kit Extra keys Prescription medicines Checkbook Bank books Portable radio Extra batteries Flashlight Pet supplies Credit cards Personal identification Potassium iodide (KI), if obtained in advance Ambulance:
location and keep it in its foil packet. You should keep it on hand as part of your emergency supply kit (to learn what to keep in your kit, see page 22 in this calendar). Be sure to get your KI now. You will not be able to get it from the pharmacy during a nuclear power plant emergency.
Child caregiver:
 
Dentist: Neighbor: Police: Pharmacist:
Cut along the dashed line.        ..
Fire department:
Participating pharmacies 2012-2013 Potassium Iodide (KI) Voucher You may pick up your KI tablets at the following pharmacies:
Work: Name of person or service Telephone number Berrien County Emergency Services 911_-.z z z 2 22 3. Make a list of personal instructions that you, your family or coworkers will need to follow in an emergency.
By signing this form, I agree that I have read the KI information provided and that I am obtaining KI for
Keep a list of supplies you may need with the instructions.
" Meijer Pharmacy, 1920 Pipestone Rd., Benton Harbor, Ml                                              people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.
Include on your supply list the items in step 2 above and the evacuation supplies listed on page 17.4. Keep your vehicle in good running order. Fill your gas tank whenever it gets below half. If you do not have a car or do not have someone to drive you in an emergency, fill out the Functional Needs card on pages 16 and 17. Mail the card right away. You do not need a stamp.5. If you know people who have functional needs, make sure they mail in a Functional Needs card. They include people who are vision-impaired; hearing-impaired; speech-impaired; have physical disabilities such as using a wheelchair, walker or oxygen tank; or have mental disabilities.
" Meijer Pharmacy, 5019 Red Arrow Hwy., Stevensville, Ml                                              Complete 1 or 2:
Please help them fill out the Functional Needs card and return it right away (see pages 16 and 17). We have members on our emergency team to help people with functional needs get to safety. Also, if you know someone who is blind or cannot read well, please read this emergency information calendar to him or her. Then display it where family or friends can find it fast.Cook Nuclear Public Inauirv Line 866-362-3105 Use this space to also list any special health or medical information that an emergency team member may need to know about you, your family members or coworkers.
" Meijer Pharmacy, 5150 S. Franklin St., Michigan City, IN                                            1. Requesting KI for Household Use
Special health needs or emergencv information:
" Shoreline Pharmacy, 950 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven, MI Name:
Photographs
How does this program apply to businesses?
&#xa9; 2013, Cook Nuclear Plant.This calendar replaces all previous issues.
Businesses can obtain KI for their employees, clients or patients. Businesses with more than 400      Address:
MARG I I PW 0(1 ()111 R 71 NOVIN1131 R COOK SECURITY -ALWAYS AT THE READY Security at U.S. nuclear plants has always been extremely robust. Maybe that's because we never stop trying to get better. At Cook, we recently made multi-million-dollar physical equipment upgrades to keep Cook at the top of the security curve. We exercise and practice with elite forces, and always stand at the ready to protect your health and safety.O Printed on 10% post-consumer recycled paper THANKS FOR GIVING US YOUR BEST SHOT Professional and amateur photographers submitted more than 500 photographs in this year's contest. Thank you to everyone who shared such incredible scenes and treasured moments in Berrien County. To look at all of the entries, visit our Facebook.com/CookNuclear page and click on the Take Your Best Shot icon. You'll see how tough it was for us to pick only 12 photos!Start snapping.
employees/clients/patients should call or email the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) to arrange for delivery of KI. Ifa business chooses to participate inthe program, itis          City:                                                                        Zip:
You could win $250 in our 2014 emergency calendar photo contest.With so much talent to tap in our area, we're holding this contest again. Visit Facebook.com/CookNuclear to learn about our simple guidelines and how to submit your work. We can't wait to see what you send!a}}
responsible for having a dispensing plan that complies with these instructions. Ifyour business chooses not to participate, you can provide a copy of this voucher to your employees so that they      County:                                                      Telephone:(
can obtain their personal supply of KI.
Read this information before signing the voucher.                                                      Number of people living at your home address:
Signing the form means that you agree to and understand the following:
I understand that:                                                                                    Ages of people living at your home address:
"KI is an over-the-counter, non-prescription drug.
"KI isto be taken only when a General Emergency has been declared at the                              2. Requesting KI for Business Use Cook Nuclear Plant.
Name of Business:
"KI is NOT a substitute for evacuation or sheltering-in-place. I will follow the instructions of emergency officials.
Address:
"KI only protects the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine. Itdoes not protect the rest of the body. Ina nuclear power plant emergency, there could be health risks from other forms of radiation.                                                                                          City:                                                                        Zip:
"Although taking KI is usually safe, itcan cause problems in people who have thyroid disease or are allergic to iodine. People who have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic          Contact Name:
urticarial vasculitis syndrome (HUVS), two very rare skin diseases, should not take KI without first talking to their doctor.                                                                             County:                                                      Telephone:(
I agree that:
"I will follow all instructions on how to use potassium iodide (KI).                                  Number of employees/patients/residents/clients at this address:
"I will hold the pharmacy harmless from all liability, claims, suits or actions related to the use, delivery, labeling and packaging of KI.                                                             Signature:                                                                  Date:
Additional agreements for businesses "I own or represent the business/institution named on the voucher.                                                                               Pharmacy use only
* This business/institution will provide information on dosing and medical contraindications to all employees/clients prior to distributing KI. (NOTE: You will find this information ineach box of KI    # of boxes dispensed:              Lot #:                        Date dispensed:
and on the MDCH website at www.michigan.gov/KI.)
To qualify to receive KI tablets for your household or business, you must:                              Pharmacy name:                                                      Pharmacy #:
"Live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.
* Be 18 years or older.                                                                                 City:
* Present a government-issued photo ID.
Cut along the dashed line. -ht
 
CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY Don went to great heights to tell our stories DON,TAMES, 1931-2012 Whether he was taking breathtaking vistas from his airplane or shooting in the depths of the Cook Nuclear Plant, Don Ames and his camera were amazing. He documented our energy story from the day we broke ground to build our two nuclear units until the last couple of years.
Don's aerial, event and nature photographs appeared in every home in Berrien County starting with our 1995 Emergency Calendar. We know our stories will live on through his photographs. But we will miss his endearing sense of humor Whether it is funding and            community enhancing projects are        and warm smile.
constructing a Harbor Habitat        members of the North American house this past summer, distributing Young Generation in Nuclear. This
$52,000 with the Heart of Cook      energetic team of new employees, grants to 39 employee-selected      35 years old and younger, is an nonprofit organizations and projects inspiration to other Cook employees or maintaining a strong partnership  as well as young people in area with Lake Michigan College's Energy  corporations.
Production Technology course        Does your favorite community offerings, Cook employees pitch in  organization need financial or to help their neighbors.             volunteer help? Talk with neighbors And it's not just long-time          or family members who work at employees either. Some of the        Cook Plant or contact:
plant's most active volunteers for  Cook Energy Center school energy education programs,    P.O. Box 850 the Berrien County Youth Fair,      Bridgman, MI 49106 American Cancer Society's Relay      800-548-2555 for Life of Berrien County and other cookinfo@aep.com
 
START PREPARING NOW!                                                                IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND Emergency situations often catch people off guard. A good way to stay safe          EMERGENCY INFORMATION in an emergency is to know what to do ahead of time. Here are five steps List all the phone numbers and emergency information you or a member you can take now to make sure you, your family and the people you work              of your household or business may need in a personal emergency. Please with are prepared to handle any emergency.                                         include names and numbers for your:
: 1. After you read this Emergency Information Calendar, please share it with        Doctor:                              Sheriff:
your family or coworkers. Then display it where you can find it quickly          Hospital:                            School:
when you need it.
: 2. Keep the following items together in a safe, easy-to-get-to place:              Ambulance:                          Child caregiver:
Emergency cash                      Checkbook      Pet supplies            Dentist:                            Neighbor:
Your important papers                Bank books      Credit cards            Police:                              Pharmacist:
Fire department:                    Work:
First aid kit                        Portable radio  Personal identification Extra keys                          Extra batteries Potassium iodide (KI), Name of person or service                Telephone number if obtained in advance Prescription medicines              Flashlight                              Berrien County Emergency Services        911
: 3. Make a list of personal instructions that you, your family or coworkers          Cook Nuclear Public Inauirv Line          866-362-3105 will need to follow in an emergency. Keep a list of supplies you may need with the instructions. Include on your supply list the items in step 2 above and the evacuation supplies listed on page 17.
: 4. Keep your vehicle in good running order. Fill your gas tank whenever it gets below half. If you do not have a car or do not have someone to drive you in an emergency, fill out the Functional Needs card on pages 16 and
: 17. Mail the card right away. You do not need a stamp.
: 5. Ifyou know people who have functional needs, make sure they mail in z_-.
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MARG II PW 71 0(1 ()111 R              NOVIN1131 R THANKS FOR GIVING US YOUR BEST SHOT Professional and amateur photographers submitted more than 500 photographs in this year's contest. Thank you to everyone who shared such incredible scenes and treasured moments in Berrien County. To look at all of the entries, visit our Facebook.com/CookNuclear page and click on the Take COOK SECURITY - ALWAYS AT THE READY                                          Your Best Shot icon. You'll see how tough it was for us to pick only 12 photos!
Security at U.S. nuclear plants has always been extremely robust. Maybe that's because we never stop trying to get better. At Cook, we recently made multi-          Start snapping. You could win $250 in our 2014 emergency million-dollar physical equipment upgrades to keep Cook at the top of the security    calendar photo contest.
curve. We exercise and practice with elite forces, and always stand at the ready to  With so much talent to tap in our area, we're holding this contest again. Visit protect your health and safety.                                                       Facebook.com/CookNuclear to learn about our simple guidelines and how to O    Printed on 10% post-consumer recycled paper submit your work. We can't wait to see what you send!
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ML14357A443
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Issue date: 04/23/2013
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WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF YOU HEAR SIRENS The sirens are tested on the first In Berrien County we use early-warning sirens to alert you of a serious emergency. They will sound if there is a nuclear accident, chemical spill, Saturday of the month at I p.m.

weather emergency or other possible dangerous condition in our county. All monthly tests, except for April, 1 If the emergency siren sounds for three to five minutes, tune to the consist of a short siren sound lasting less television and radio stations listed in this section. All of the stations listed than a minute. On the first Saturday of are part of the local Emergency Alert System (EAS). These stations will April, we test all emergency sirens for broadcast emergency information. Some of the stations may experience three minutes at 1 p.m. as part of our a delay in getting emergency information out due to computerized comprehensive safety plan. At other programming or limited broadcast scheduling. Check all of the listed times, you may hear sound-level tests stations until you find one broadcasting emergency information. also lasting less than a minute.

I10If you hear a siren for less than a minute or a siren repeated in less-than-a-minute intervals, it is probably calling a volunteer fire department.

However, tune to an area radio or television station listed below to be

  • TUNE TO ONE OF THESE RADIO OR TV STATIONS FOR sure. EMERGENCY INFORMATION.

1 If you notice that a siren is damaged or not working, call 269-983-7141 immediately. The Berrien County Emergency Management Office maintains the sirens. For your protection, report non-working sirens right away. FM WAUS - 90.7 WEFM - 95.9 WCSY - 103.7 m VACATIONERS AND VISITORS WSJM - 94.9 wY-z - 97.5 WIRX - 107.1 If you hear sirens while vacationing or visiting in the area, seek shelter indoors or in your vehicle. Tune to one of the television or radio stations WAOR - 95.7 WCXT - 98.3 (listed at right). Follow all directions given by park officials, sheriff and police officers. During a weather emergency do not stay in your vehicle. It is All call letters are accurate at the time of printing. All stations are on the air 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />.

not safe!

m BOATERS AND CAMPERS If you hear emergency sirens while boating, do not wait for further warning.

I WNDU -TV 16 Teeiso WSBT - TV 22 WSJV - TV 28 WBND - TV 57 Tune to the marine channel 16 (156.8 MHz) or to an area radio station listed All call letters are accurate at the time of printing.

below for emergency information. Marine patrol boats will also warn boaters on Lake Michigan if there is a serious emergency. You will be told the location of safe waterways and docking areas.

If you hear sirens while camping, hiking, swimming or visiting in area parks, follow all emergency instructions from park officials. At Warren Dunes and Grand Mere state parks, officials will use the public address system Follow all broadcast instructions promptly.

or mobile alert units to let you know what you should do. At other local The radio or television news person will tell you what actions you should parks, immediately tune to an area radio station listed at right and follow take, if any.

instructions.

WHATYOU SHOULD DO IF YOU ARE TOLD FUNCTIONAL NEEDS CARD TO SEEK SHELTER OR STAY INDOORS r Cut

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- - ------ I-For most emergencies it is safer to stay indoors. The wind will blow any toxic or poisonous fumes and gases away in a short time. During a severe weather NO POSTAGE NECESSARY emergency, buildings offer the best protection, especially basements. While IF MAILED indoors, do the following: IN THE UNITED STATES 10 Keep calm. Panic is your worst enemy in any emergency.

11 Close all windows and doors, and bring pets inside.

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11 Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioners. Turn down furnace thermostat. Close fireplace dampers. IBUSINESS REPLY MAIL FIRST-CLASS MAIL PERMIT NO. 10 BRIDGMAN, MI 0- If your building has a basement, take a radio and go there. POSTAGE WILL BE PAID BY ADDRESSEE 0- Do not go outside to see what is happening until you are told it is safe to go out or are told to evacuate. If you must go outdoors briefly to warn someone during a nuclear emergency, cover your nose and mouth with a DIVISION OF BERRIEN COUNTY SHERIFF'S OFFICE piece of cloth such as a towel or scarf. BERRIEN COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT Ip Do not use the telephone or internet unless it is absolutely necessary. We 2100 E EMPIRE AVE must keep telephone lines open for emergency use. BENTON HARBOR Ml 49022-9995 10 Stay out of your car or vehicle in a weather emergency. Seek shelter in the basement of a nearby building or in a ditch until the weather emergency passes.

1111.11111.11.111.1111.1111111u1111I 1 1 1 1 Ih1 II,3 iii II IMPORTANT: Do not pick up children from schools or daycare centers. School staff and child caregivers will keep children in school until it is safe to go out again.

Ifyou have functional needs, People with functional needs in an emergency include those with vision fill out the other side or hearing impairments, physical or mental disabilities, or no means of of this card.

z transportation. To get help in an emergency, please fill out the Functional Needs card on the next page and mail it today. IMPORTANT: Please fill out a new Functional Needs card each year. The Berrien County Health Department will keep your functional needs information on file for one year.

rn Please fill out a new card and mail it in as soon as you get your new calendar.

z Ifyou know people with functional needs, please volunteer to help them in an emergency. Ifthey do not live nearby or you are not able to help them, 16 please make sure they fill out and mail the Functional Needs card.

0 2013 FUNCTIONAL NEEDS INFORMATION WHAT YOU SHOULD DO Ifyou have functional needs, please fill in this card, fold, seal itwith tape and mail IF YOU ARE TOLD TO EVACUATE today! You must send ina card each year to keep our files up to date.

I Listen to the radio or television (see page 16) for instructions. They will Name:

give you evacuation routes and directions to open reception centers. Street Address:

  • Go directly to a reception center and register. Follow the evacuation City: Zip: Phone:

routes to the nearest open reception center. The map below shows (Contact Berrien County Emergency Management at 269-983-7111 Ext. 4915 ifthere are evacuation routes in red and marks the four reception centers with red triangles. Please register when you arrive at the center so family and special directions to your home.)

friends will know where you are. After you have registered you may go Ifyou are a part-time resident, please circle the months you stay in Berrien County.

to stay with friends or family who live outside the danger area. Or if you Jan Feb Mar Apr May June July Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec prefer, you will be assigned to a safe, nearby gathering place.

Functional Need (circle all that apply):

D Stay calm. You and others with you should have time to get ready to leave safely. Vision-Impaired Hearing/Speech-Impaired Wheelchair Walker/Cane

  • Take only essential items. Pack as if you were going on a trip for only a few Bedridden Ventilator Oxygen Other days. Use the list below as a guide. ....................................................... Fold here .............. . . .........................

D Do not take firearms, alcoholic beverages or illegal drugs.

0 If you have functional needs and have sent in a post card, you will receive Transportation Information Pet Information necessary assistance. If you need help, listen to a local TV or radio station Can a family member or friend Do you have pets that would require special (see page 16) for the telephone number you can call. provide you with transportation attention if you were to evacuate your home?

For a nuclear emergency, call 866-362-3105. if asked to evacuate during Ifso, indicate number of:

an emergency? Cats Dogs

  • Have a plan for your pets. Keep in mind that currently, reception centers will only accept pets if they are service animals. Make arrangements to Yes No Service Dogs _

stay with relatives, friends or at a pet-friendly hotel outside of the area.

Other (describe)

Remember to bring your emergency pet kit that includes food, water, medicines, leashes and tags. For more information, see: BringYourPet.com, PetTravelCenter.com and PetsWelcome.com.

  • Turn off small appliances, lights and water faucets. However, leave your Emergency Contacts refrigerator and freezer on. Primary Relationship Phone
  • Turn off all air-intake systems such as fans and air conditioning. Turn down furnace thermostat. Close fireplace dampers. Alternate Relationship Phone
  • Close and lock all windows and doors. The evacuated area will be secured and you will not be allowed to return until it is safe.
  • Check on neighbors. Make sure they know how to evacuate and that they have transportation.

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m COOK NUCLEAR PLANT EMERGENCY IMPORTANT: Do not pick up your children from schools or child-care centers. If necessary, they will be taken to shelters outside the danger PLANNING ZONE zone. Listen for directions on TV or radio stations (see page 16) about The white circle area below is a 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant in where and when they can be picked up when it is safe. Do not worry Bridgman. It is the Emergency Planning Zone (EPZ). The early-warning siren if you or a family member are in a hospital or other special-care system for Berrien County is within the EPZ. When necessary, area TV and facility, as they also have emergency procedures. radio stations (see page 16) will alert people living inside the EPZ if there is an emergency.

The map shows the Protective Action Areas for the Cook Nuclear Plant.

" THINGS YOU WILL WANT TO BRING WITH YOU During an emergency, we will identify these areas by numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5.

P1 Basics: cash, the Cook Plant Emergency Information Calendar,portable For example, the TV or radio station (see page 16) may say, "Protective Action radio, flashlight, extra batteries, keys, tool kit, bank books, checkbook, Area 1 must evacuate." Or "Protective Action Area 2 must take shelter." Know wallet, purse which of the five Protective Action Areas you live or work in so you can I Bedding: blankets, pillows, sleeping bags respond promptly to instructions.

Toiletries: soap, towels, toothpaste and toothbrushes, razors, sanitary The map uses red lines to show evacuation routes. It uses red, lettered napkins or supplies triangles to show the four reception center locations. During an emergency, Special items: special-diet foods, baby formula and bottles, diapers, listen to area TV or radio stations (see page 16) to learn which evacuation favorite toys or games routes and reception centers to use.

Health supplies: medicines, glasses, dentures, hearing aids, first aid kit, prescription information L: Identification: driver's license, credit cards and important papers Pet supplies

" ONCE YOU ARE IN YOUR VEHICLE

" Drive carefully. There is no need to speed. Follow directions of all sheriff, police and traffic officers.

" Close all windows and vents. Shut off heating and air conditioning.

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" RECEPTION CENTER LOCATIONS Z

Follow the evacuation route to one of these four reception centers (see map at right). Listen to an area radio or TV station (see page 16) to learn which 1

Z reception centers are open.

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Coloma Joseph High Street School A South of NilesHigh Brandywine &East of M-51 School (Red Arrow Highway) 1700 Bell Road Coloma Niles A Watervliet High School New Buffalo High School 450 E. St. Joseph Street South of U.S. 12 (Red Arrow Highway) 1112 E. Clay Street 17 Watervliet New Buffalo STATE OFINDIANA

NUCLEAR EMERGENCY TERMS 4. GENERAL EMERGENCY This is the most serious situation possible at the Cook Nuclear Plant. It could result in the release of a large amount of In the unlikely event that there is an emergency at the Cook Nuclear Plant, radioactive material outside the plant boundary. All federal, state and county four terms will be used to describe each situation. Those four terms are officials will provide help as needed. Protective measures may be required explained below. They are listed in order of least serious (1) to most to ensure the safety of the public as far as 10 miles from the plant. The sirens serious (4). will sound and you will be told by area TV and radio stations (see page 16) if Because of the many safeguards and highly skilled people operating the shelter or evacuation is necessary.

Cook Nuclear Plant, it is very unlikely that a serious event will ever occur Two other key terms: radiation and contamination there. Chances of you having to seek shelter or evacuate because of a 10 Radiation refers to the particles and waves given off by radioactive nuclear emergency are very remote. In most cases, evacuation is ordered material. It is a form of energy that occurs naturally and artificially. We as a safety measure before any danger can come to you or your family.

are exposed to it every day. However, radiation could be harmful to your Federal law, however, requires that the public be told what to do in case of a health and safety if the levels are high enough and the exposure lasts long significant release of radioactive material from the Cook Nuclear Plant. Please keep this Emergency Information Calendar handy and become familiar with enough.

its contents. I0 Contamination is when radioactive material is where it is not supposed Sometimes you will hear news about a drill or an exercise involving the Cook to be. Food, water or air is considered contaminated if it contains more Nuclear Plant. That is because federal, state, county and plant officials are or different types of radioactive material than would be normally present.

required by law to participate regularly in drills and exercises so they are Our bodies, for example, contain very small amounts of the radioactive prepared in case of an emergency. elements potassium 40, carbon 14 and tritium. We are not considered to be contaminated because these elements exist within us naturally.

Remember, you will hear early-warning sirens if shelter or evacuation is However, the presence of strontium 90 (a possible by-product of a nuclear necessary. See page 16. power plant emergency) in food, air or water can indicate contamination.

When the sirens sound, listen to an area TV or radio station for emergency information (see list on page 16) and follow instructions. N STATE OF MICHIGAN POTASSIUM IODIDE DISTRIBUTION

1. UNUSUAL EVENT A minor problem at the Cook Nuclear Plant that varies from normal or routine operations. No release of radioactive material is Radioactive iodine (radioiodine) is one of the products that could be expected. Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials. released in the unlikely event of a serious nuclear power plant accident.

You will not have to do anything. Potassium iodide (KI) is a non-radioactive form of iodine that may be taken to reduce the amount of radioactive iodine absorbed by the body's thyroid

2. ALERT An abnormal plant condition that could result in a small release of gland. KI offers protection only to the thyroid gland and its use would be radioactive material inside the plant. This is still considered a minor event.

to supplement evacuation and in-place sheltering. Evacuation and in-place Cook Plant officials will notify federal, state and county officials to stand by. It sheltering are the primary means of protection in a radiological emergency.

is not likely that you will have to do anything.

State and county officials will use the Emergency Alert System (EAS) to notify

3. SITE AREA EMERGENCY This is a more serious situation that could result the public of the need to evacuate to an in-place shelter or to take KI. KI in a release of radioactive material around the plant site. All federal, state and is available to persons within 10 miles of Cook Nuclear Plant through the county officials will be ready to help if needed. Protective measures may be Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH). Detailed instructions required to ensure the safety of the public in a limited area near the plant site on the MDCH distribution of KI can be found on page 21 of this calendar or boundary. If so, the sirens may sound. Tune in immediately to an area TV or www.michigan.gov/KI. It is necessary to pick up your KI prior to an radio station (see page 16) to learn whether you will need to seek shelter or emergency situation at the plant. Complete your voucher and pick up your evacuate. KI at a participating pharmacy at your earliest convenience. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency.

People who are allergic to iodine should not use KI. In the event of an allergic reaction, contact a doctor.

m FACTS ABOUT RADIATION m TYPES OF RADIATION Radiation includes such things as light, heat and radio waves. However, when Radiation is a natural fact of life. we speak of radiation we usually mean "ionizing" radiation. This radiation can Radiation is a form of energy like light or sunshine. There is radiation all produce high-energy, charged particles called "ions" in the materials it strikes.

around us. We are exposed to small amounts of radioactive materials every moment of our lives. The main types of ionizing radiation are:

How we measure radiation. " Alpha particles, which can be stopped by a sheet of paper.

You cannot see, taste, hear or smell ionizing radiation. But we can measure it

  • Beta particles, which can be stopped by a thin sheet of metal.

with special instruments. We use a unit called a millirem (mRem) to measure " Gamma rays, which can be stopped almost completely by three feet ionizing radiation. of concrete.

On average, a person living in the U.S. receives about 620 mRem per year " Neutron particles, which can be stopped by water, concrete and metal.

from all radiation sources. A person living within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant receives an average of about 175 mRem per year from all N EFFECTS OF RADIATION sources. That is because we live at a low elevation and do not live near any Just as too much exposure to the sun can cause a painful sunburn, too much radioactive rock formations. Such low-level radiation is well below the annual exposure to certain levels and types of radiation can have harmful effects.

limit of 5,000 mRem for nuclear plant workers set by the Nuclear Regulatory You would, however, have to be exposed to radiation doses over 20,000 Commission (NRC). mRem within a day to produce effects measurable by a trained doctor. Very Natural background radiation is in the air we breathe. large doses of 50,000 to 100,000 mRem are required before you would feel any The sun covers our earth with cosmic radiation. Some rocks and minerals give ill effects.

off small amounts of radiation. One source you may be familiar with is radon The amount of exposure from radiation depends on:

gas. Many building materials contain radiation. In fact, radioactive particles

  • Length of time you are exposed.

are in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. Even our " How far you are from the source of radiation.

bodies are slightly radioactive. These sources of radiation are called natural

" Which part of your body is exposed.

background radiation.

" How much material you inhale or take into your body.

Your health or physical condition can affectyour reaction to radiation exposure.

For example, you should be aware that unborn babies and very young children

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rn The less radiation you are exposed to, the less chance you have of receiving We make and use radioactive sources every day. any harmful effects. That is why it is so important to have an emergency plan in place near a nuclear power plant. We need to treat radiation with caution Besides naturally occurring radiation, there is also artificial (human-made) rn and common sense.

radiation. Radioactive materials are used in medical and dental X-rays. They are used to help diagnose and treat diseases such as cancer. Science and Cook Nuclear Plant workers regularly check radiation levels both inside and industry use radioactive materials for research and to do such things as X-ray outside the plant. In the unlikely event of a serious nuclear accident at the plant, state and federal health experts would be called in to take radiation 0 welds. Other sources of radioactive materials are color TVs, smoke detectors, readings beyond the plant site boundary. These readings would determine some luminous-dial watches and clocks. Very small amounts of radiation what steps, if any, you, your family and coworkers would need to take to z come from generating electricity with nuclear power. protect yourselves.

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NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS 0 HOW WILL YOU BE NOTIFIED IN A 0 PROTECTING THE FOOD SUPPLY DURING A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY? NUCLEAR EMERGENCY The State of Michigan will evaluate the seriousness of a nuclear accident. It Following a nuclear emergency, the public could be exposed to radioactive will order actions to protect the public and the food supply. material in several ways. At first, particles and gases released into the air 1 If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, your first warning could be ingested or inhaled directly. Additional exposure could result may be the sounding of emergency sirens. If you hear a siren for three from eating or drinking food or milk contaminated by traces of radioactive to five minutes, tune to a radio or television station listed on page 16 for material. Farmers, food processors and distributors will be required to take emergency information. steps to protect the food supply. Every step will be taken to minimize or avoid I10If you live farther than 10 miles from the plant, you will be notified by area contamination. Please read this page and the next to learn how to protect the radio and TV stations (see page 16). The news report will let you know if food supply in the event of a nuclear emergency.

you need to take protective action, or a Cooperative Extension Service official will contact you. Please follow the emergency instructions right m SAMPLES WILL BE COLLECTED TO DETERMINE away. PROTECTIVE ACTION.

10 If you have questions about a real or potential emergency, please contact After an accidental release of radioactive material, State of Michigan the Michigan Department of Agriculture and Rural Development at emergency workers will determine what protective steps you will need to 800-292-3939. take. Emergency workers will collect samples of air, water and soil to see whether there is radioactive contamination, where it is located and the

  • WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE TOLD TO amount. Samples of milk, forage, crops and processed foods also may be SEEK SHELTER? taken. Field data and other factors will be used by the state to determine the During a nuclear emergency, it is very important to limit your outdoor best course of action to protect the public and the food supply.

activities as much as possible. Please stay indoors and follow the instructions Samples may be taken as far away as 50 miles from the plant site. State provided in radio and television messages (see page 16). of Michigan emergency workers will give farmers, food processors and 0 WHAT SHOULD YOU DO IF YOU ARE ORDERED distributors outside of the 10-mile radius of the Cook Nuclear Plant specific instructions on how to collect and test samples.

TO EVACUATE YOUR FARM?

If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant, you may be told to E SAMPLES ARE BEING TAKEN NOW evacuate. You may be permitted, with directions from the state, to reenter the TO GIVE US A BASELINE.

evacuated area temporarily to tend to the needs of your farm. You will receive instructions on what routes to use, safety precautions and decontamination Radioactive materials occur naturally in the environment. So Indiana procedures. Michigan Power and State of Michigan emergency workers continually take samples of the air, water, milk, vegetation and animal life near the Cook Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide animal health and Nuclear Plant. This gives them a "natural" baseline for comparison in the feeding guidelines.

event of a nuclear emergency.

0 HOW CAN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY CONTAMINATE FOOD?

During a nuclear emergency, dust-sized, radioactive materials can fall onto fruits, vegetables or grains. This food could enter the food supply and be eaten by the public. For example: Cows could eat grass covered with radioactive iodine 131. Traces of the iodine could be passed through to the milk and then to people who drink it. Iodine 131 has the potential to concentrate in the human thyroid gland where it could cause thyroid cancer.

0 HOW TO PROTECT YOUR WATER SUPPLY IN A 0 WHAT YOU SHOULD DO IF FEED IS NUCLEAR EMERGENCY RADIOACTIVELY CONTAMINATED Store as much water as you can for your livestock. Cover open wells, tanks Only in extreme emergencies may you feed your livestock contaminated and other storage containers. Close off the intakes from contaminated grain or hay. If you must use the contaminated feed, you may be able to ponds, streams or cisterns. In general, water from wells and water heaters reduce the level of contamination. For example, if the feed is stored outside, should be safe to use. the contamination may be greater at or near the surface of the feed pile. You Radioactive contaminants deposited on the ground usually will travel very may be able to reduce the contamination level significantly by removing the slowly into the soil. If contaminants fall onto the surface of lakes and rivers, top portion.

the radioactive materials may get into the ground water supplies. It takes just Do not dispose of contaminated feed or hay unless spoilage has made a few hours for streams and lakes to carry the contaminants many miles. it inedible. Generally, contaminated products may be salvageable after adequate time passes and they are properly processed. Please keep m HOW TO PROTECT YOUR LIVESTOCK OR POULTRY IN contaminated feed supplies separate from other feed so the contamination A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY does not spread. Your Cooperative Extension Service agent can provide you The first priority is to protect dairy animals because radioactive materials with specific information.

can quickly enter the food chain through milk and other dairy products. If sheltering is required, shelter your dairy animals first.

  • WHO PAYS FOR LOST OR DESTROYED FARM PRODUCTS?

Shelter livestock in covered barns or sheds unless the weather is extremely hot or other factors make sheltering impossible. Provide your animals stored Farmers, food processors and distributors could face serious financial losses feed such as hay, silage and bagged grain. Whenever possible, draw water for following a nuclear emergency. Under federal law, you will be reimbursed your animals from a well. Avoid using water from ponds, rivers and creeks. for any of these losses. The Price-Anderson Act, enacted by Congress in 1957, This will help to minimize the amount of radioactive material ingested by requires the operators of nuclear power plants and certain other nuclear your animals. facilities to purchase nuclear liability insurance policies for the protection of the public. As a result, no-fault insurance pools are in place to pay claims Poultry are more resistant to radioactive contamination than other farm promptly without lengthy court hearings. Claimants need only prove that the animals. Keep them in your enclosed facility and continue to give them injury or property damage resulted from the nuclear emergency. Commercial stored feed and well water. If your poultry are normally kept outdoors, insurance policies exclude coverage for nuclear emergencies because the bring them inside if possible. Eggshells provide natural protection from contamination. Generally, eggs will be safe to eat after the shells are washed Price-Anderson Act makes coverage unnecessary.

to remove surface contamination.

m DO NOT DESTROY YOUR ANIMALS.

Z Destroy your animals only if you get orders from state or federal authorities.

Do not slaughter any animals except for immediate food needs. Generally, animals that are exposed to radioactive contaminants and radioactive rainwater will survive. Many will be marketable and safe for humans to eat.

However, do not allow animals to graze in open fields unless the State of Michigan, your Cooperative Extension Service agent or another government official gives you permission.

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O NOTICE TO FARMERS, FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS, continued N WHAT YOU SHOULD DO WITH FOOD AND PRODUCTS Milk CONTAMINATED IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY Milk contaminated at low levels of iodine 131 may be converted to powdered milk or cheese. Then it will be stored until the iodine's radioactivity Crops in the field diminishes to safe levels. It may also be used in animal feed.

Let your standing crops grow to maturity. The level of radiation exposure they will receive should not affect their growth. Most contaminants will be washed Wildlife and plants off in the rain. Or, over time, the crops will return to safe levels as they grow. After a nuclear emergency, wild game such as deer, rabbit, squirrel, pheasant If special harvesting procedures are required, your Cooperative Extension and partridge may eat food and water contaminated with radioactive Service agent will give you instructions. particles. State of Michigan emergency workers may advise you not to eat Roots and tubers wild game until it has been sampled and assessed to be safe. Wild edible plants, such as native herbs, mushrooms, dandelion greens, spearmint, Potatoes, carrots and plants that mature under the ground generally are safe peppermint or wintergreen may have particles of contamination on their to eat. Make sure to thoroughly wash and peel these products to remove soil surfaces, too. Before eating, be sure to wash, brush, scrub or peel to particles and contaminants. minimize contamination.

Fruits and vegetables in the field How soon will the radioactivity reach safe levels?

Unprotected plants may have particles of radioactive contamination on their The speed that radioactivity diminishes depends on several things. Inert surfaces. Before eating them, wash thoroughly. Then brush, scrub or peel the gases released from a nuclear power plant lose their radioactivity within outer layers. Some leafy vegetables may be eaten after you remove the outer minutes. Wind or heavy rain tend to remove radioactive material from plants layers. very quickly. In some cases, however, a hard rain after a nuclear emergency If your crops do not need to be harvested immediately, leave them in the may splash contaminated soil onto plant surfaces. This will increase the field or on the trees. They should be able to be harvested once your area is amount of radioactive material on low-standing plants.

declared safe again.

You may lose some ripe fruits and vegetables to spoilage. Contamination m WHAT STEPS CAN BE TAKEN TO RESTORE levels in your area may be too high for field workers to harvest your crop in a CONTAMINATED SOILS?

timely manner. You will be reimbursed for crop losses. There are several steps that can be taken to restore soils contaminated in a Honey and apiary products nuclear emergency. One is not to use the soil for a period of time. In a worst-case situation, heavily contaminated soil may need to be removed and sent Following a nuclear emergency, State of Michigan emergency workers will to an approved radioactive waste disposal facility. Such drastic action may not need to take samples and analyze honey and beehives in the Protective be possible for large fields, but may be used for small plots or areas such as Action Areas. Contact your Cooperative Extension Service agent for walkways near buildings where people come in close contact with it.

guidance.

In less severe situations, fiber crops may be planted instead of fruits and Farm products vegetables. Deep plowing may be used to keep the radioactive contaminants If radioactive particles or material are present in large amounts, you may below the root zone until the radioactivity decays to safe levels over time.

be advised not to use, eat or sell garden produce or animal products until Liming may also be used to limit the absorption of specific radioactive samples are taken and analyzed. State of Michigan emergency workers will elements by crops.

conduct the sample tests and analysis. Please follow their orders to protect Farmers will receive guidance from the United States Department of the public's and your safety. Agriculture's Natural Resources Conservation Service on how to restore valuable soils to productive use.

N WHAT SHOULD FOOD PROCESSORS AND DISTRIBUTORS DO IN A NUCLEAR EMERGENCY?

After a nuclear emergency, government officials may restrict the movement of contaminated food products or withhold them from the marketplace.

These products should not be released until they are considered safe for consumption or a decision is made to dispose of them. State of Michigan emergency workers will instruct you on how to safely handle and dispose of contaminated food products.

The environmental damage caused by a nuclear reaction may be short-lived.

Steps can be taken to make a full recovery.

IMPORTANT: Do not destroy any animals, crops, milk or feed supplies unless directed by authorities to do so.

" FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:

MSU-Berrien County Cooperative Extension Service 269-944-4126 1737 Hillandale Road Benton Harbor, MI 49022 www.msue.msu.edu/berrien

" IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS ABOUT A REAL OR POTENTIAL EMERGENCY, YOU MAY ALSO CONTACT r) THE MICHIGAN DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE AND oO RURAL DEVELOPMENT:

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When should I take KI?

Take KI only if a "General Emergency" has been declared at the Cook Nuclear Plant. If the emergency sirens sound for three minutes or more, tune to your local radio or television station (see list on page 16 in this calendar). Follow the instructions given by emergency officials. You may be instructed to shelter-in-place or evacuate. You should take KI only if the radio or TV announcements say that the power plant has declared a "General Emergency," the most serious type of plant emergency.

Ifyou are told to evacuate and don't have your KI readily available, don't waste time searching for it.

If you live within 10 miles of the Cook Evacuating or sheltering-in-place is the best way to protect yourself from harm due to radiation.

Nuclear Plant, it is recommended that you How much KI should I take?

keep potassium iodide (KI) tablets on hand One dose protects the thyroid for 24 hours2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br />. You should be safely evacuated within the 24 hour2.777778e-4 days <br />0.00667 hours <br />3.968254e-5 weeks <br />9.132e-6 months <br /> time for everyone in your home or business. period. Taking more than the recommended dose will not help you and it will increase the risk of To get your KI tablets at no cost to you, side effects.

complete the voucher below and take it to FLI-11

. ýý one of the listedpharmacies. F= 3 If you have KI tablets from this AGE WEIGHT NUMBER OF TABLETS program, you do not need to 18+ years Any weight Two (2) 65 mg tablets get more this year. (includes pregnant and breastfeeding women)

Do you have your potassium iodide (KI) tablets? 12-18 years 150 lbs. or more Two (2) 65 mg tablets Get your free supply at area pharmacies 12-18 years Less than 150 lbs. One (1) 65 mg tablet Potassium iodide (KI) is available at no cost to people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook 3-12 years One (1) 65 mg tablet Nuclear Plant. In the unlikely event of a serious accident at the Cook Plant, taking KI will help protect your thyroid from injuries caused by exposure to radioactive iodine. 1 month-3 years Half (1/2) 65 mg tablet To get your KI tablets, please read the information in this calendar, complete the voucher and (Pharmacy will provide directions for take it to one of the participating pharmacies listed on the voucher. Please get your tablets crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid.)

now so you are ready if you are ever asked to take them. You will NOT be able to get KI from the pharmacy during a nuclear plant emergency. Birth to 1 month Ouarter (1/4) 65 mg tablet (Pharmacy will provide directions for What is KI? crushing and mixing tablet into a liquid,)

KI (the chemical name for the drug "potassium iodide") is a non-prescription iodine pill. Iodine is an element that is found in nature and is also an important part of your diet. Because iodine is so What side effects could I have from taking KI?

important for your health, it is added to table salt. However, the iodine in the KI pill is much stronger KI can cause minor side effects. You could have an upset stomach or swelling in your mouth. Ifyou than the iodine in table salt. Table salt cannot be used as a replacement for KI. have a serious reaction such as fever, joint pain, swelling of the face or body or trouble breathing, How does KI work? get medical help right away!

In the unlikely event of a serious accident at a nuclear power plant, one form of radiation, radioactive Who should NOT take KI?

iodine, could be released into the air. This type of radiation can be stored in your thyroid gland. This You should not take KI if:

can cause thyroid cancer or other thyroid problems over time. Children are most at risk of thyroid injury from exposure to radioactive iodine. KI protects your thyroid by filling it up with a safe form "You are allergic to iodine. A shellfish allergy may not mean that you are allergic to iodine.

of iodine so that it can't take in radioactive iodine. Talk to your physician or allergist if you have a shellfish allergy.

It is important for you to know that KI does not protect your whole body from radioactive material. "You have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic urticarial vasculitis syndrome KI protects only your thyroid gland. (HUVS), very rare skin conditions.

How can I get Kl? Check with your doctor if:

Complete the voucher and take it to one of the participating pharmacies (see list on other side). - You already have a thyroid condition.

The pharmacy will provide you with the amount of KI that you need. Place the KI in a safe, dry - You are unsure whether or not to take KI.

location and keep it in its foil packet. You should keep it on hand as part of your emergency supply kit (to learn what to keep in your kit, see page 22 in this calendar). Be sure to get your KI now. You will not be able to get it from the pharmacy during a nuclear power plant emergency.

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Participating pharmacies 2012-2013 Potassium Iodide (KI) Voucher You may pick up your KI tablets at the following pharmacies:

By signing this form, I agree that I have read the KI information provided and that I am obtaining KI for

" Meijer Pharmacy, 1920 Pipestone Rd., Benton Harbor, Ml people who live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.

" Meijer Pharmacy, 5019 Red Arrow Hwy., Stevensville, Ml Complete 1 or 2:

" Meijer Pharmacy, 5150 S. Franklin St., Michigan City, IN 1. Requesting KI for Household Use

" Shoreline Pharmacy, 950 Blue Star Hwy., South Haven, MI Name:

How does this program apply to businesses?

Businesses can obtain KI for their employees, clients or patients. Businesses with more than 400 Address:

employees/clients/patients should call or email the Michigan Department of Community Health (MDCH) to arrange for delivery of KI. Ifa business chooses to participate inthe program, itis City: Zip:

responsible for having a dispensing plan that complies with these instructions. Ifyour business chooses not to participate, you can provide a copy of this voucher to your employees so that they County: Telephone:(

can obtain their personal supply of KI.

Read this information before signing the voucher. Number of people living at your home address:

Signing the form means that you agree to and understand the following:

I understand that: Ages of people living at your home address:

"KI is an over-the-counter, non-prescription drug.

"KI isto be taken only when a General Emergency has been declared at the 2. Requesting KI for Business Use Cook Nuclear Plant.

Name of Business:

"KI is NOT a substitute for evacuation or sheltering-in-place. I will follow the instructions of emergency officials.

Address:

"KI only protects the thyroid gland from radioactive iodine. Itdoes not protect the rest of the body. Ina nuclear power plant emergency, there could be health risks from other forms of radiation. City: Zip:

"Although taking KI is usually safe, itcan cause problems in people who have thyroid disease or are allergic to iodine. People who have dermatitis herpetiformus (DH) or hypocomplementemic Contact Name:

urticarial vasculitis syndrome (HUVS), two very rare skin diseases, should not take KI without first talking to their doctor. County: Telephone:(

I agree that:

"I will follow all instructions on how to use potassium iodide (KI). Number of employees/patients/residents/clients at this address:

"I will hold the pharmacy harmless from all liability, claims, suits or actions related to the use, delivery, labeling and packaging of KI. Signature: Date:

Additional agreements for businesses "I own or represent the business/institution named on the voucher. Pharmacy use only

  • This business/institution will provide information on dosing and medical contraindications to all employees/clients prior to distributing KI. (NOTE: You will find this information ineach box of KI # of boxes dispensed: Lot #: Date dispensed:

and on the MDCH website at www.michigan.gov/KI.)

To qualify to receive KI tablets for your household or business, you must: Pharmacy name: Pharmacy #:

"Live or work within 10 miles of the Cook Nuclear Plant.

  • Be 18 years or older. City:
  • Present a government-issued photo ID.

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CARING FOR OUR COMMUNITY Don went to great heights to tell our stories DON,TAMES, 1931-2012 Whether he was taking breathtaking vistas from his airplane or shooting in the depths of the Cook Nuclear Plant, Don Ames and his camera were amazing. He documented our energy story from the day we broke ground to build our two nuclear units until the last couple of years.

Don's aerial, event and nature photographs appeared in every home in Berrien County starting with our 1995 Emergency Calendar. We know our stories will live on through his photographs. But we will miss his endearing sense of humor Whether it is funding and community enhancing projects are and warm smile.

constructing a Harbor Habitat members of the North American house this past summer, distributing Young Generation in Nuclear. This

$52,000 with the Heart of Cook energetic team of new employees, grants to 39 employee-selected 35 years old and younger, is an nonprofit organizations and projects inspiration to other Cook employees or maintaining a strong partnership as well as young people in area with Lake Michigan College's Energy corporations.

Production Technology course Does your favorite community offerings, Cook employees pitch in organization need financial or to help their neighbors. volunteer help? Talk with neighbors And it's not just long-time or family members who work at employees either. Some of the Cook Plant or contact:

plant's most active volunteers for Cook Energy Center school energy education programs, P.O. Box 850 the Berrien County Youth Fair, Bridgman, MI 49106 American Cancer Society's Relay 800-548-2555 for Life of Berrien County and other cookinfo@aep.com

START PREPARING NOW! IMPORTANT PHONE NUMBERS AND Emergency situations often catch people off guard. A good way to stay safe EMERGENCY INFORMATION in an emergency is to know what to do ahead of time. Here are five steps List all the phone numbers and emergency information you or a member you can take now to make sure you, your family and the people you work of your household or business may need in a personal emergency. Please with are prepared to handle any emergency. include names and numbers for your:

1. After you read this Emergency Information Calendar, please share it with Doctor: Sheriff:

your family or coworkers. Then display it where you can find it quickly Hospital: School:

when you need it.

2. Keep the following items together in a safe, easy-to-get-to place: Ambulance: Child caregiver:

Emergency cash Checkbook Pet supplies Dentist: Neighbor:

Your important papers Bank books Credit cards Police: Pharmacist:

Fire department: Work:

First aid kit Portable radio Personal identification Extra keys Extra batteries Potassium iodide (KI), Name of person or service Telephone number if obtained in advance Prescription medicines Flashlight Berrien County Emergency Services 911

3. Make a list of personal instructions that you, your family or coworkers Cook Nuclear Public Inauirv Line 866-362-3105 will need to follow in an emergency. Keep a list of supplies you may need with the instructions. Include on your supply list the items in step 2 above and the evacuation supplies listed on page 17.
4. Keep your vehicle in good running order. Fill your gas tank whenever it gets below half. If you do not have a car or do not have someone to drive you in an emergency, fill out the Functional Needs card on pages 16 and
17. Mail the card right away. You do not need a stamp.
5. Ifyou know people who have functional needs, make sure they mail in z_-.

a Functional Needs card. They include people who are vision-impaired; hearing-impaired; speech-impaired; have physical disabilities such as z

using a wheelchair, walker or oxygen tank; or have mental disabilities. Use this space to also list any special health or medical information Please help them fill out the Functional Needs card and return it right that an emergency team member may need to know about you, away (see pages 16 and 17). We have members on our emergency team your family members or coworkers.

to help people with functional needs get to safety. Also, if you know someone who is blind or cannot read well, please read this emergency Special health needs or emergencv information:

z information calendar to him or her. Then display it where family or friends can find it fast.

Photographs © 2013, Cook Nuclear Plant.

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MARG II PW 71 0(1 ()111 R NOVIN1131 R THANKS FOR GIVING US YOUR BEST SHOT Professional and amateur photographers submitted more than 500 photographs in this year's contest. Thank you to everyone who shared such incredible scenes and treasured moments in Berrien County. To look at all of the entries, visit our Facebook.com/CookNuclear page and click on the Take COOK SECURITY - ALWAYS AT THE READY Your Best Shot icon. You'll see how tough it was for us to pick only 12 photos!

Security at U.S. nuclear plants has always been extremely robust. Maybe that's because we never stop trying to get better. At Cook, we recently made multi- Start snapping. You could win $250 in our 2014 emergency million-dollar physical equipment upgrades to keep Cook at the top of the security calendar photo contest.

curve. We exercise and practice with elite forces, and always stand at the ready to With so much talent to tap in our area, we're holding this contest again. Visit protect your health and safety. Facebook.com/CookNuclear to learn about our simple guidelines and how to O Printed on 10% post-consumer recycled paper submit your work. We can't wait to see what you send!

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